HR Administrator - Cape Town (74810)

Job Description

• An established FMCG manufacturing company based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town is seeking a dynamic, organised and people-focused HR Administrator to join its HR team.
• This is a varied role offering exposure to multiple HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, payroll administration, employee wellness and HR reporting. The successful candidate will be passionate about people, comfortable managing multiple responsibilities and able to support both employees and Line Managers in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Line Managers with day-to-day Industrial Relations (IR) processes, including the coordination and management of disciplinary enquiries and procedures.
• Manage the full recruitment function, including job description development, vacancy advertising, candidate sourcing and recruitment administration.
• Provide payroll and general HR administrative support relating to new hires, terminations and pension or provident fund benefits.
• Support Line Managers with employee support, referrals and wellness programmes.
• Compile and maintain weekly and monthly HR reports.
• Coordinate and manage annual long-service awards, employee celebrations and recognition initiatives.
• Coordinate Corporate Social Investment (CSI) and charity initiatives.
• Organise and manage HR-related staff events and employee engagement activities.
• Manage the receptionist and reception area, including arranging leave cover.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• An HR or related National Diploma is essential.
• At least 2 years' experience in one or more HR disciplines.
• 2 years' recruitment consultant experience is essential.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and Word skills (intermediate to advanced level).
• Previous recruitment experience within the FMCG and/or manufacturing sectors will be advantageous.
• Must have own reliable transport.
• Flexibility to work late when required and travel to other off-site plants if necessary.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Energetic, positive and enthusiastic, with a genuine passion for people.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Patient, tolerant and resilient, with the ability to remain professional under pressure.
• Confident and assertive when required, particularly when dealing with employee relations matters.
• Comfortable managing difficult conversations and handling sensitive HR issues.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This position is open to all individuals who meet the relevant minimum criteria.