Overview:

Our client, in the automotive sector, is seeking a seasoned HR Professional with a strong focus on Industrial Relations and MIBCO compliance. This role is critical in ensuring a stable, compliant, and high-performing unionised environment. The successful incumbent will act as a strategic partner to plant leadership, driving best-practice HR and IR frameworks aligned with operational and legislative requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Relevant Degree/Diploma in Human Resources or related field
• Minimum 5+ years’ HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior/managerial capacity
• Proven experience within manufacturing or automotive environments
• Strong, hands-on experience with MIBCO Bargaining Council processes
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EE Act, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in managing unionised environments

Responsibilities:

Industrial Relations & Compliance (Core Focus)

• Lead all industrial relations strategies and processes within the plant
• Ensure full compliance with MIBCO agreements, collective agreements, and labour legislation
• Represent the organisation at CCMA and DRC proceedings
• Manage disciplinary processes, grievance handling, and dispute resolution
• Provide expert IR guidance and training to management
• Maintain strong relationships with unions and ensure constructive engagement

HR Leadership & Business Partnering

• Lead and manage the HR function and team within the plant
• Act as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on all HR and IR matters
• Drive HR strategies aligned with business and production objectives
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, responsive HR services

BBBEE & Employment Equity

• Lead and manage BBBEE initiatives, reporting, and compliance
• Drive implementation and monitoring of the Employment Equity Plan
• Promote transformation and inclusive workplace practices

HR Operations, Reporting & Projects

• Oversee HR reporting, analytics, and workforce insights
• Track and report on HR KPIs and Balanced Scorecards
• Participate in plant forums and operational meetings
• Lead HR-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Talent Acquisition & Employee Lifecycle

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end recruitment and selection process
• Support workforce planning aligned to operational requirements
• Ensure effective onboarding, employee integration, and exit management

Training & Development

• Support and guide skills development and training initiatives
• Facilitate IR-related training and capability building for line management
• Drive continuous learning aligned with operational needs

Competencies / Skills:

• Strong Industrial Relations expertise and sound judgement
• Confident in handling high-risk IR matters and negotiations
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and resilience
• Strategic thinker with strong operational execution
• Strong leadership, ownership, and accountability