Our client, a leader in the automotive manufacturing industry is seeking a Human Resource Specialist to join their team based in Durban 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 School Leaving Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree or BTech in Human Sciences, Human Resources Management or Industrial/Organisational Psychology. 
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in IR/Labour Law 
• Minimum of 3-5years experience in a similar role within the Automotive Industry 

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist with the development of the Human Resources Management Strategic and operational plans
• Implement social and labour plans
• Translate legislative changes into relevant HR Policies and Practices.
• An in depth understanding of and to comply with the relevant HR Legislation (Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, BBBEE Act, Skills Development Act, MIBCO Main Agreement etc.)
• Design and develop interventions and action plans to support the implementation of the EE strategy.
• Manage the implementation and ensure compliance to the EE strategy.
• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity related processes.
• Co-ordinate EE and Training Committee meetings and consult with all stakeholders.
• Create an awareness of BBBEE within the Group. 
• Monitor, report on trends and provide advice to Line Management regarding labour statistics
• Compile and place adverts for recruitment.
• Shortlist suitable candidates and compile candidate reports.
• Co-ordinate the recruitment process, prepare interview packs and conduct recruitment interviews.
• Ensure verification of candidates’ credentials (qualifications, references etc.)
• Make formal offers of employment and compile and issue letters of regret to unsuccessful candidates. 
• Co-ordinate the sign on process (medical, employee data, payroll info etc.) 
• Co-ordinate the employee exit process and conduct exit interviews. 
• Monitor consistent application of IR processes, policies and procedures
• Monitor and advise on substantive conditions of employment and related rights and obligations.
• Facilitate external IR processes (CCMA. Labour Court, DRC etc.)
• Monitor the IR climate and advise Line Management on appropriate actions.
• Represent management in consultations and discussions with stakeholders on matters that arise at plant level.
• Facilitate the resolution of employee disputes, grievances and conflicts.
• Co-ordinate and provide advice to all stakeholders on disciplinary proceedings.
• Facilitate formal and informal communication with Unions and Shop Stewards.
• Monitor national annual wage negotiations with Trade Unions and manage the implementation thereof.
• Keep abreast with IR developments, trends, court judgements, communication systems etc.
• Instill a Performance Management Culture in the organisation.
• Facilitate the Performance Management process and administer performance management records. 
• Evaluate the effectiveness of HR Systems and establish new system requirements.
• Comply with the requirements of the HR Quality Systems.
• Develop and co-ordinate internal communication programmes to facilitate business outcomes. 
• Design Teams process interventions and action plans.
• Facilitate Change Management initiatives. 
• Ensure an enabling climate/culture.
• Ensure a safe, secure and legal working environment.
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Resolve grievances and disputes 
• Keep abreast with the latest trends and developments in the Human Resources field 
• Compile HR monthly reports