Job Summary
Kendrick Recruitment is currently recruiting a visionary and highly organised HR & Training Manager to lead the Human Resources and Learning & Development department for a prestigious luxury lodge. Reporting to the senior management team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the full employee life cycle while driving a robust, year-on-year training and development programme. This is a senior-level role suited to a professional who pairs a deep understanding of South African labour legislation with a passion for staff development. The position requires a strategic thinker capable of promoting a positive workplace culture that supports wellbeing, morale, and 5-star service delivery. THE POSITION OVERVIEW Role: HR & Training Manager Location: Kruger National Park Remuneration: Competitive & Negotiable (DOE), Accommodation Provided RESPONSIBILITIES Learning & Development: Lead the delivery of the Lodge Training & Development Programme. Conduct skills gap analyses and establish a new 5-year strategic training plan. Manage a network of facilitators and consultants to deliver world-class learning experiences, both in-person and online, while overseeing the annual training budget. Employee Life Cycle Management: Assume full responsibility for HR development, managing everything from recruitment and induction to contract terminations and exit interviews. Serve as a trusted advisor to both staff and management, providing professional guidance and exemplary support. Performance & Talent Management: Oversee and coordinate the Performance Appraisal Review process. Collate individual staff job plans and personal development goals annually to support succession planning and internal growth. Strategy & Culture: Develop long-term staffing and recruitment strategies that align with the organisation’s Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion goals. Actively promote a workplace culture focused on wellbeing, collaborating with Health & Safety teams on morale-boosting initiatives. Compliance & Administration: Stay abreast of relevant HR legislation and best practices to ensure all policies, procedures, and the Staff Handbook are up-to-date. Maintain meticulous employee records and liaise with external HR advisors to ensure total legal compliance. REQUIREMENTS Experience: Extensive experience in a generalist HR and Training role, specifically within a luxury hospitality or lodge environment. Education: A relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field. Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the South African Labour Relations Act, BCEA, and Skills Development Act. Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach managers and influence workplace culture at all levels. Attributes: A proactive, human-centred leader with strong analytical abilities and a commitment to professional development and ethical conduct. To apply, please share an up-to-date CV, references, and a profile photo.