Senior Manager: Remuneration

Senior Manager: Remuneration & Benefits Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines Employee Group: Permanent Department: HR, Remuneration, DNR Location: Durban Central Reporting To: Head: People Management Grade: E Reference: req3734 Position Purpose Provides input in the design and development of Transnet Total Reward (Remuneration, Organisation Management and Performance Management) strategy and philosophy. Responsible for the implementation of the approved reward strategies in Transnet Pipelines (TPL) in order to attract, motivate and retain required talent. Develop and administer Transnet Pipelines (TPL) standard operating procedures to manage reward practices and drive pay equity within company affordability. Ensure compliance to the Transnet rewards and job evaluation policies and guidelines. Contribute to the transformation of business at organisational, team and individual level to ensure optimal business performance through the diagnosis, development and implementation of Organisational Design interventions, principles, and practices. Position Outputs Participate in the development, implementation, communication and administration of the Total Reward system within Transnet Ltd, which rewards and recognises good performance, attracts and retains appropriate skills to the organisation Responsible for the management of remuneration for the Bargaining and non-bargaining employees to ensure that TPL remunerates its employees in line with sound corporate governance principles and Transnet principles. Support TPL employee relations efforts during the wage negotiations by providing data analysis and recommendations based on competitive market information and job analysis as requested. SAP (HR) Business process owner for Remuneration, Organizational Management and Performance Management Commission market surveys for salary surveys and benchmarks to be used by TPL in determining remuneration benchmarks to be used by the organisation in attracting and retaining skills Conduct annual risk assessment of TPL’s total reward system/compensation programs, including fixed pay, variable pay, benefits, recognition plans etc. to ensure that the conduct of these plans does not encourage risky behaviours Facilitate the management and implementation of the performance management system to ensure good performance is rewarded appropriately to motivate continued performance. Ensure the continued implementation and maintenance of a job evaluation system for Transnet Pipelines (TPL) in support of the business strategy. Ensure proper management of salary parity issues within Transnet Pipelines (TPL) to ensure internal and external equity. Ensure the establishment and operation of various remuneration related structures /committees so that developments relating to the reward system are well managed and communicated such as employee value propositions and total reward statements. Provide expert advice and direction on Total Reward related /compensation related decisions that support business strategies. Serve as an internal consultant to HR Business Partners, Line Management and compensation team on compensation matters, recruitment, retention and separation. Management and development of subordinates within the remuneration department to ensure competent skill within the organisation is developed. Responsible for ensuring that the rewards budget is not exceeded. Develop creative and innovative recommendations to enhance compensation programs effectiveness or streamline administrative procedures by identifying opportunities to use new technology, computer systems, benefits programmes etc. to enhance programs effectiveness and control administrative costs. Responsible for the Transnet Pipelines (TPL) Payroll on HCM system and all payroll administrative processes. Ensure that an appropriate framework for Organisational Design is provided and the process managed within set criteria. Identify, monitor and manage the Organisational Design risks in partnership with Leadership Responsible for the Management and effectiveness of Organisation Design principles and practices within Transnet Pipelines (TPL). This includes Organisational establishment, job evaluation and strategic workforce planning. Diagnose, develop and implement interventions to improve the organisational effectiveness. Support the business with facilitation of strategic sessions and business initiatives. Support business to develop the ability to implement with agility Qualifications and Experience Degree in Human Resources/Finance/Business management or other related field, NQF 7 qualification 8-10 years’ experience in HR of which 5 years must be at a management level At least 5 years’ experience specialising in Remuneration, Performance Management and Organisational Management/Finance related field. Registered professional member of the South African Remuneration Association (Added Advantage) Competencies Strategy & Sustainability Business Performance and Delivery Relationship Management Corporate Governance & Compliance Personal Mastery Knowledge Required Sound knowledge of remuneration and benefits good practices Extensive and technical knowledge of reward systems Knowledge of relevant and tax legislation Organisation Design Performance management systems Job Evaluation systems Skills Required Computer literacy including SAP Planning and organising Interpersonal skills Co-ordinating Report writing skills Communication skills Financial acumen Analytical skills Decision making Change agent Presentation skills Consultation and facilitation skills Networking Equity Statement Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division. #J-18808-Ljbffr