About the Role
The Ekurhuleni East TVET College is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to step into the role of Assistant Director: Labour Relations. Located in Kwa-Thema, this position plays a crucial part in ensuring effective labour relations within the college community. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of implementing legislation, policies, and collective agreements that govern employment practices, thereby fostering a harmonious working environment for all staff and management.
This role matters significantly to the public service, as it directly impacts the lives of educators and support staff at the college. By ensuring compliance with labour laws and facilitating dispute resolution, the Assistant Director contributes to a stable and productive educational environment, which ultimately benefits the students and the wider community in Ekurhuleni.
About the Department
The Ekurhuleni East TVET College is dedicated to providing quality vocational education and training that meets the needs of the economy. The institution’s mandate is to empower individuals through practical skills and knowledge, enabling them to thrive in their careers. Working here means being part of an organization that values education and strives to make a positive impact in the lives of students and the community.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate the implementation of labour relations policies and conditions of service.
- Ensure adherence to employment-related legislation and collective agreements by both management and staff.
- Investigate disciplinary, grievance, and dispute cases, compiling relevant reports.
- Participate in disciplinary hearings and provide comprehensive case management services.
- Represent the college during disputes referred to the CCMA and Bargaining Council.
- Administer the management of strikes and other forms of industrial action.
- Provide advice and conduct workshops for staff and management on labour relations issues.
- Maintain statistical information related to the Code of Conduct and update databases as required.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12/Matric/Level 4 Certificate.
- An appropriate National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a labour practice environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Proficiency in computer literacy.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Thorough knowledge of the Labour Relations Act and relevant legislation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving, research, planning, organizing, and analytical skills.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
A Grade 12 / Matric / Level 4 Certificate.An appropriate National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management.
3 – 5 years’ experience in Labour practice environment.
2 years Supervisory experience.
Computer literacy.
A valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge of Labour Relation Act.
Employment Equity Act.
Public Service Regulations.
Public Service Act.
Skills Development.
Basic Conditions of Employment.
Collective Agreements (Resolutions) at GPSSBC, ELRC and the PSCBC including any other related legislation.
Good Written 37 and verbal communication skills.
Good problem-solving skills, research skills, Planning & Organising, analytical skills, report writing skills, Leadership skills, Presentation and Facilitation skills.
Job Duties
Facilitate the implementation of labour relations related to the conditions of services.Ensure that all employment related legislation; policies and collective agreements are implemented and adhered to by both management and staff.
Investigate discipline, grievance and dispute cases.
Compile discipline, disputes and grievance reports.
Participate in disciplinary hearing sittings and provide case management services.
Represent the College in all disputes referred to the CCMA/Bargaining Council.
Facilitate the implementation of Code of Conduct in the College.
Provide statistical information relating to the Code of Conduct and update database.
Provide advice workshops to management and staff on labour relations issues.
Counsel and/or directs supervisory and management responses on potential problems/issues to reflect fair and reasonable resolutions before such issues become grievances and /or disputes.
Administer the management of strikes and any other form of industrial action.
Take minutes during meetings with employer and employee/employee representatives.
Comply with Department of Higher Education & Training (DHET) and College Policies and Procedures.
