Human Resources Business Partner | Luxury Lodge | Sabi Sands

Salary: Negotiable DOE | Live-in

A luxury lodge in the Sabi Sands is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to lead and support all HR functions on-site. This hands-on role combines emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and administrative precision, partnering closely with the General Manager and department heads to foster a high-performance, people-first culture while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

People Operations & Support

• Serve as the primary HR contact for day-to-day queries and employee matters
  

• Partner with the General Manager and HODs to promote a high-performance, inclusive team culture
  

• Ensure a consistent, human-centred employee experience across all departments
  

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes efficiently and in compliance with legislation
  

• Lead structured onboarding programs that align with operational and brand standards
  

Performance & Employee Relations

• Support performance management processes, including KPIs, probation feedback, and appraisals
  

• Manage employee relations, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures
  

• Engage with shop stewards or unions as needed, supporting wage negotiations and procedural fairness
  

• Coach managers on handling industrial relations matters with legal and emotional intelligence
  

Training & Development

• Identify skills gaps and coordinate internal and external learning interventions
  

• Track compliance with employment equity and skills development obligations
  

• Support succession planning and the development of internal talent pipelines
  

Compliance, Administration & Transactional Delivery

• Maintain HR records including contracts, performance documentation, and leave registers
  

• Prepare payroll input and liaise with central payroll for accurate processing
  

• Ensure compliance with BCEA, LRA, EE Act, and company policies
  

• Standardise and maintain current documentation, job descriptions, and SOPs
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in HR Management / Industrial Psychology (NQF 6–7)
  

• 5+ years’ HR Generalist experience, preferably in hospitality or luxury service environments
  

• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation, including unionised environments
  

• Experience with HRIS platforms such as Sage or ESS
  

• High emotional intelligence with the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetly and professionally
  

• Confident communicator able to coach managers and support organisational change
  

• Organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating meaningful employee experiences
  

• Flexible and adaptable, willing to work evenings or weekends when required
  

This role provides the opportunity to shape culture, support leaders, and deliver a human-centred HR function in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment.