HR Assistant

We are looking for an experienced HR Assistant to join our team in Mahikeng, North West.

Honesty, reliability, and common sense go a long way in this team. You will pick up new skills on the job and be backed to apply them. Apply today and let us know why this role is right for you.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate training and development activities including identifying needs, sourcing providers, and evaluating effectiveness.
• Maintain and update the HR information system and employee files, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with data protection.
• Provide advice to line managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation for fair application.
• Administer employee benefits including medical aid, pension funds, group life assurance, and wellness programmes.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction of new employees, ensuring documentation is complete and integration is smooth.
• Support organisational change initiatives including restructuring, succession planning, and culture transformation programmes.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including advertising, screening, interviews, reference checks, and employment offers.

Requirements

• A diploma or degree in human resource management, industrial psychology, or a related field from a recognised institution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.
• A minimum of two to five years of progressive experience in a generalist or specialist HR role within an organisation.
• Experience with payroll processing and payroll software such as Sage 300 People, VIP Payroll, or an equivalent system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team.
• For recruitment roles, proven ability to source candidates using various methods and experience with applicant tracking systems.

Qualifications