Junior HRBP

Location:2 Lascelles Road, Meadowbrook, Edenvale

Hours:08:00 - 17:00 weekdays

Reporting to:HR Manager

We are a fast-growing retail and wholesale distribution business operating in a high-performance warehouse and operational environment. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we are looking for a hands on Junior HR Business Partner to support our warehouse and operational teams.

The Junior HRBP will provide practical, day-to-day HR support across general HR operations, recruitment, and warehouse employment relations.

• Provide daily HR support to warehouse and operational managers, ensuring consistent application of company policies, accurate record keeping, performance management support, and compliance with labour legislation.
• Manage the recruitment process for various roles, including drafting job specs, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, conducting checks, preparing offers, and facilitating onboarding.
• Support and manage disciplinary processes, grievances, and conflict resolution in line with company policy and labour law, ensuring fair and procedurally sound outcomes.
• Maintain accurate employee documentation, support payroll related HR inputs, monitor absenteeism trends, and assist with HR reporting and workforce data management.
• Build strong working relationships with warehouse leadership and employees, support engagement initiatives, and act as a trusted HR contact within the operational environment.

• BCom / Diploma in Human Resource Management or related field.
• 2-4 years' HR experience (warehouse, retail, or manufacturing preferred).
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Experience handling disciplinary processes.
• Recruitment experience.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident and assertive in handling conflict.
• Detail oriented and organised.
• Practical and solutions focused.
• Able to work in a fast paced operational environment.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

SMD Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of employment equity. In accordance with the Company's Employment Equity Plan and the requirements of the Employment Equity Act, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Applications from persons with disabilities are encouraged.