About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated Human Resource Practitioner: Employee Relations based in King William’s Town. This role is crucial in fostering a harmonious workplace by providing essential administrative support to the Employee Relations Unit. By facilitating the handling of misconduct, grievances, and disputes, you will play a key role in ensuring that employees feel heard and valued, ultimately contributing to a more productive and positive working environment.
In this position, you will be responsible for compiling monthly reports and assisting in the procurement processes related to Employee Relations needs. Your efforts will ensure the application and implementation of disciplinary outcomes, arbitration awards, and Labour Court judgments. Your work will not only affect the department but will also resonate through the wider community, enhancing the quality of public service in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to promoting fair labour practices and ensuring that the rights of all workers are upheld. It plays a pivotal role in creating a conducive working environment that fosters growth, equality, and respect within the workforce. Working with this department means being part of a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of South Africans through effective labour relations and compliance with labour laws.
What You’ll Do
- Provide administrative support for the Employee Relations Unit.
- Facilitate the handling of misconduct cases, grievances, and disputes.
- Compile and maintain monthly reports related to Employee Relations activities.
- Assist in the procurement process for Employee Relations needs.
- Ensure compliance with disciplinary outcomes and relevant employment legislation.
- Capture cases accurately on the PERSAL system.
- Maintain the Employee Relations database and compile statistics on labour issues.
- Investigate cases and arrange appointments for Investigating Officers.
- Keep detailed records of all Employee Relations cases lodged.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Employee Relations, or LLB.
- At least one year of experience in Labour Relations.
- A valid, unexpired driver’s license.
- Knowledge of administrative procedures related to disciplinary processes and grievance handling.
- Familiarity with the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and Labour Relations Act.
- Experience with the PERSAL system.
- Basic financial management skills and knowledge of the PFMA.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to ethical conduct.
- Attention to detail and a willingness to travel.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
A relevant NQF level 6 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations / Employee Relations or LLB.One (1) year experience in Labour Relations.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge of administrative procedures in relation to Disciplinary process, Grievance Handling, Dispute Resolution Process, etc.
Legislative Requirements: Knowledge of Public Service Act & Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act; etc.
Knowledge of PERSAL System.
Basic Financial management and knowledge of PFMA.
Problem solving and Analysis.
Communication Skills.
Accountability and Ethical Conduct.
Attention to details.
Willingness to travel.
Job Duties
To provide an administrative support for Employee Relation Unit.To facilitate the handling of Misconduct, grievances and Disputes lodged.
Responsible for compiling monthly reports for Employee Relations Unit.
To assist in procurement process for Employment Relations needs.
Ensuring application and implementation of the outcome of Discipline; Arbitration Awards and Labour Court Judgements.
Capturing cases on PERSAL.
Maintains Employee Relations database.
Assist in the implementation of approved resolutions by relevant structures.
Compile statistics regarding labour issues, investigate cases and arrange appointments of Investigating Officers.
Keep statistics of all Employee Relations cases lodged with the component.
