IR Officer (Sasolburg)

Position based in Sasolburg for an Industrial Relations (IR) Officer. Minimum Requirements: National Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Labour Law, or Industrial Relations. Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar IR-focused role within an industrial, construction, or engineering environment. In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation. Proven experience handling CCMA/Bargaining Council cases from conciliation to arbitration. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to travel between various sites or project locations as required. Valid drivers license and own reliable transport. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary point of contact for all industrial relations matters across the organization. Interpret and apply relevant labour legislation, including the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, and applicable bargaining council agreements. Advise management on disciplinary processes, grievance procedures, and conflict resolution strategies. Facilitate the handling of internal disciplinary hearings, conciliations, and arbitrations at the CCMA and/or Bargaining Councils. Build and maintain strong working relationships with unions, employee representatives, and external IR stakeholders. Conduct regular site visits to ensure IR policies and procedures are consistently implemented and adhered to. Support line managers with IR-related training, including procedural and substantive fairness in disciplinary processes. Monitor labour climate across projects/sites and provide early warning indicators for potential disruptions. Prepare IR reports and maintain accurate records of disputes, hearings, and employee engagements. Participate in the negotiation of collective agreements when required. Ensure legal compliance in all employee relations processes. Kindly apply if you meet the minimum requirements. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks consider your application as unsuccessful.

Location: Sasolburg, ZA

Posted Date: 6/11/2025