Human Resources Generalist

Experiencing together a unique human adventure
Animal health is key to the health of the planet. Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique human adventure in which the engagement of each individual contributes to its evolution. Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between managers and employees are as many perspectives of motivation for our teams. We also offer them a work environment conducive to exploring new territories and balancing their professional and personal lives. Finally, fostering their engagement to animal health also means listening to them and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible approach to our business.

Within the framework of the South African HR strategy, the function is responsible for providing support within the Human Resources department with the focus on implementing best practice HR solutions that meet current and future business needs including staffing, training & development, performance management, employees’ relations within the ambit of local legislation which informs all HR policies, procedures and projects. The role will also focus on Communication & Employee Wellness within the local affiliate

Recruitment, Selection, Onboarding & Induction

Ensure that the recruitment, selection, placement, onboarding & induction process is implemented

Recruitment, Selection & Placement

Ensure recruitment requisitions are completed and approved prior to commencing with the recruitment process

Prepare internal & external job advertisements for all vacancies in conjunction with Line Management

Advertise all vacancies both internally and externally in line with the recruitment process

Arrange interviews, assessments & verification checks

Onboarding and Induction

Ensure Line Managers are aware of the relevant tasks to be completed during the onboarding phase

Collate all relevant documents, forms etc from the new employee prior to the commencement of employment
- Ensure that an employee profile is created on the HRIS and that all relevant information is captured as well as relevant documents attached

Co-ordinate the Induction programme

Facilitate the HR Induction presentation to all new employees

Conduct integration interviews

Conduct stay interviews

HR Administration & Reporting

Ensure all HR documents, policies & forms are up to date and relevant as well as aligned to current systems and work flows

Employee Benefits Administration

Collate and submit payroll input to outsourced provider within required timelines

Ensure HRIS is updated on a regular basis in line with staff movements

Ensure all employee information, including job and remuneration related information is current

Provide support to employee regarding relevant processes and general use

Employment Equity

Update employment equity statistics on a monthly basis

Collate information for the annual Employment Equity submission

Submission of Employment Equity report

Prepare information for EE Committee Meetings

Co-ordinate EE meetings

Ensure registers and minutes are signed by all relevant parties pursuant to each meeting.

Training & Development

Record and report on training activities on an annual basis including but not limited to submission of the WSP/ATR tothe relevant SETA

Source external service providers in line with SETA requirements

Arrange internal and external training in line with internal development needs

Co-ordinate the study assistance program

Maintain an updated record of all current training activities

Global Sustainability Report

Keep records of all relevant information during the year

Collate and submit information on an annual basis as per required timelines

Ensure relevant employee awards are distributed, i.e Long Service Awards Ensure timeous payment of supplier invoices

Performance Management

Ensure all job descriptions are regularly reviewed and updated by Line Managers

Assist Line Managers in drafting job descriptions

Provide training and support on the PERF process to all Line Managers and employees, i.e Job Descriptions, Objectives Setting, Development, Performance Appraisal, Salary Review

Provide training and support to Line Managers and employees on performance management system, tools and processes

Ensure regular communication is disseminated during each performance campaign.

Ensure that each performance campaign is completed within the relevant timeframes.

Employee Relations

Provide Support to Line Managers and employees during the disciplinary process including advice on warnings, the company disciplinary code, disciplinary hearings and related matters

Guide the Line Managers in drafting warnings

Guide and assist Line Management as well as employees in preparing for disciplinary processes

Provide support to Line Managers and employees during t