Human Resources Officer

GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS! Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team at one of South Africas leading FMCG companies? At National Brands Limited (NBL) , a subsidiary of AVI Limited , we proudly produce some of South Africas favourite coffee and creamer brands like Frisco , Koffiehuis , Hug in A Mug , House of Coffees , and Ellis Brown . Working at our Coffee & Creamer Factory in Isando, youll contribute to creating high-quality products in a fast-paced environment while being part of a results-driven team. We celebrate collaboration, innovation, and accountability, ensuring every team member plays a vital role in our success. Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)? Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africas favourite coffee and creamer brands, influencing daily life. Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement. Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBLs 5 world-class facilities. Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter. An exciting opportunity exists for a Human Resources Officer at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED (NBL) Isando Coffee & Creamer Factory . The purpose of the role is to provide generalist HR support to the business to facilitate operational effectiveness and efficiency. Line Manager : Human Resources Manager Job Specification: Key Performance Areas: HR Administration, Payroll and Reporting: Responsible for all administration related to employee life cycle including new engagements, benefits, employee changes, leave analysis, terminations Attend to general requests/queries from internal and external customers Update organograms on a monthly basis Ensure high level and high standard of customer service and guidance in line with HR Policies and Procedures update job profiles for all employees and capture them into the Job Profile portal Co-Ordinate HR Project deliverables, including reward and recognition initiatives Ensure HR Audit requirements are adhered to Develop ad-hoc reports as required by the HR team or the business unit Checks and signs off monthly payroll variance report, follow up and resolve discrepancies Liaise with employees on Death and Disability claims Manage long service allowances, generate reports, capture workflows, arrange the certificates and framing Provide employees with documents such as confirmation of employment letters, copies of payslips, service letters, visa letters, UIF, and Medical Aid documentation Train HR Administrators on the time & attendance systems Timeous processing of payroll input Assist in checking the variance report HRIS System Administration: Conduct integrity check of master data to ensure all data is complete and accurate Conduct a quarterly review of HR system access in relation to roles and responsibilities of individual users Follows the workflow process designed, loads data to ensure next step in the cycle can be completed, follow up and obtain outstanding information where identified Address all general HRIS system information queries received from Management and employees Provide assistance and support to Line Managers using SAP Performance Management: Provide employees with relevant documentation with regards to performance management and reviews Ensure that Individual Performance Agreements (IPAs) are submitted on time, maintain a check-list of mid-year and year-end reviews Ensure all IPAs are received in time for the Annual Increase exercise, capture performance ratings on SAP, follow up on outstanding IPAs Transformation, Learning and Development: Track and submit all business unit training initiatives to the Transformation Admin team Collect all information for the submission of the Workplace Skills Plan, Annual Training Report, Employment Equity Plans by liaising with Line Managers and Executives Coordinate and track all Educational Assistance Facilitation the identification of learning needs and areas of development and arrange necessary training Co-ordinate all aspects of the Graduate Program from an HR point of view Co-ordinate admin and take-on of learnerships, serve as a point of contact between Provider, Learners, and the Company Track all training interventions approved on Work Skills Plans (WSP) Industrial Relations: Set up internal disciplinary hearings, appeals, and grievance meetings, take minutes if required Prepare all documentation/information for Disciplinary Hearings and CCMA cases Ensure that disciplinary and grievances are dealt with in accordance with company policies Assist with CCMA cases by collecting and analysing information for the HRM Recruitment, Selection and On-Boarding: Ensure that the recruitment process is followed from start to end in order to recruit effectively and reduce turnover Discuss the long and shortlists with line managers and the recruitment lead. Conduct interviews with management and recruitment Propose options to the Human Resources Manager regarding recommended starting salary based on internal and market comparison Request the Letter of Appointment, providing all necessary information to the recruiter, check and sign off the letter before extending the Letter of Appointment (LOA) to the Manager to sign Manage the on boarding of successful candidates and take-on documentation Manage the induction process and ensure new employee induction/orientation takes place Employee Assistance Programme: Co-ordinate the administration around the employee wellness plan, including communication of the LYRA offering Provides input and suggestions when setting up employee wellness initiatives, oversee and manage the initiatives Minimum Requirements: Experience: At least 3 years experience in an HR Officer role, within a manufacturing and unionised environment is essential Experience within Employee Relations, Performance Management, Disciplinary Procedures and HR Administration Understanding of job evaluation and grading Experience within an FMCG industry is advantageous Qualifications: A completed three-year qualification (Degree or Diploma) in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology Additional Requirements: Knowledge/experience of payroll systems e.g. SAP (non-negotiable) Bestime Clocking system knowledge or similar Computer literacy (MS Office) Sound knowledge of HR practices Knowledge of Labour legislation Take the Next Step with NBL Join a leader in FMCG with a proud history and exciting future. If you're passionate about quality, innovation, and teamwork, NBL offers a rewarding career. Apply now and grow great brands, with us!

Location: Gauteng, ZA

Posted Date: 6/5/2025