Automotive Battery Specialist - HR Administrator - Gauteng, Eastern Suburbs

Responsibilities:
HR Administration

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR databases
• Prepare employment contracts, job offers, confirmation letters, and other HR documentation
• Manage filing systems (electronic and physical) in compliance with company policies
• Ensure all personnel files are complete and up to date
• Support audits and compliance inspections by preparing required documentation

• Coordinate recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates
• Conduct reference checks and assist with pre-employment screening
• Prepare onboarding documentation and induction schedules
• Facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding processes
• Track probation reviews and confirmations of employment

• Capture and submit payroll information, including leave, overtime, and attendance records
• Assist with payroll queries and resolve discrepancies
• Administer employee benefit programs, including medical aid, retirement funds, and insurance
• Process employee status changes, terminations, and benefit enrolments

• Provide first-line HR support to employees regarding HR policies and procedures
• Assist with disciplinary, grievance, and performance management administration
• Schedule hearings, meetings, and employee consultations
• Maintain confidentiality regarding employee matters

• Coordinate training schedules and employee registrations
• Maintain training records and skills matrices
• Assist with compliance training related to manufacturing, health and safety, and quality standards
• Support the administration of learnerships, apprenticeships, and skills development initiatives

• Monitor employee attendance and leave records
• Maintain leave balances and process leave applications
• Assist supervisors with attendance-related reports and queries
• Ensure compliance with company attendance policies

• Ensure compliance with labour legislation, company policies, and industry regulations
• Assist with Employment Equity, Skills Development, and statutory reporting requirements
• Generate HR reports and workforce statistics as required
• Support health and safety initiatives relevant to the manufacturing environment

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in an HR administrative role
• Experience working within a manufacturing, automotive, or industrial environment preferred
• Knowledge of payroll systems
• Experience with Employment Equity and Skills Development reporting

• Sound knowledge of labour legislation and HR best practices
• Understanding of payroll administration processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and time-management skills

• Integrity and confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Customer service orientation
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Planning and organizing
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Professionalism
• Initiative and accountability

• Accuracy of employee records maintained
• Timely completion of recruitment and onboarding activities
• Payroll accuracy and submission deadlines met
• HR reporting completed on time
• Compliance with labour and statutory requirements
• Employee query resolution turnaround time
• Training records maintained and updated
• HR audit compliance score