Industrial Relations Officer/HR with labour legislation experience- Edendale

4 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Avatar Advisory - Avatar Human Capital Full time

Industrial Relations (IR) Officer / HR Practitioner 

A dynamic company is seeking a Industrial Relations (IR) Officer / HR Practitioner to and support all industrial relations and employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation while representing the company effectively at the CCMA and Bargaining Councils.

Position Area: Edenvale Gauteng , 3 years IR experience with proven experience in CCMA Bargaining council experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage disciplinary processes, grievances, and misconduct investigations

  • Chair and prosecute disciplinary hearings and incapacity enquiries

  • Represent the company at CCMA, Bargaining Councils, and other dispute resolution forums

  • Prepare and submit documentation for disputes, conciliations, and arbitrations

  • Advise management on labour law, policies, and best practices

  • Ensure compliance with LRA, BCEA, EEA, SDA, and relevant collective agreements

  • Assist with retrenchment consultations (Section 189 / 189A)

  • Draft and review HR policies, procedures, and employment contracts

  • Maintain accurate IR and employee relations records

  • Support line managers with performance management and conflict resolution

  • Participate in wage negotiations and union engagements where required

Minimum Requirements

  • HR Qualification (Diploma or Degree in Human Resources / Labour Relations)

  • Proven experience handling CCMA and Bargaining Council cases

  • Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation

  • Experience in disciplinary hearings, grievances, and dispute resolution

  • Excellent report writing, communication, and negotiation skills

Preferred / Advantageous

  • Postgraduate qualification in Labour Relations

  • Experience working with trade unions

  • Experience across multiple industries (manufacturing, retail, FMCG, logistics)

  • Valid driver's licence and ability to travel if required

Key Competencies

  • Sound judgement and discretion

  • Conflict management and negotiation

  • Legal and analytical thinking

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Professionalism and confidentiality

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Working Conditions

  • Office-based with possible travel to CCMA/Bargaining Council venues

  • Standard business hours with flexibility during hearings

  • Permanent or contract-based role depending on operational needs

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