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Human Resources Officer - Metsi Berries

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We are looking for a motivated and detail\-oriented Human Resources Officer to join our team. This role plays a key part in supporting our operations by delivering effective HR services and ensuring the successful implementation of HR strategies aligned with our business objectives.
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The successful candidate will contribute to employee engagement, workforce development, compliance with labour legislation, and operational HR excellence.
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Key Performance Outputs<\/b><\/span><\/span>
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Payroll Administration<\/b>
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  • Maintain accurate employee records on Farm Costing Solutions (FCS) to ensure correct payroll processing.<\/span>
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  • Verify daily clock\-ins and obtain manager sign\-off.
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  • Prepare payroll data for processing in SAGE Payroll.
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  • Review payroll outputs and ensure accurate payslip distribution.
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  • Resolve payroll queries and payment discrepancies.
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  • Liaise with Payroll Office to ensure timely salary processing.
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    Recruitment & Employee Induction<\/b>
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    • Coordinate the recruitment and onboarding process for wage employees.
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    • Prepare employment contracts and ensure all documentation is complete and compliant.
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    • Facilitate employee induction sessions and maintain training records.
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    • Support improvements to the employee induction programme.
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      Training & Employment Equity<\/b>
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      • Coordinate skills development and training initiatives in collaboration with the OZblu Academy.
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      • Assist with training needs analysis for employees.
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      • Capture and prepare information for Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Employment Equity submissions.
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      • Coordinate Skills Committee and Employment Equity meetings.
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        Industrial Relations<\/b>
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        • Provide guidance to management on labour legislation and HR policies.<\/span>
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        • Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
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        • Manage basic disciplinary processes and hearings.
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        • Assist with CCMA documentation and proceedings.
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        • Coordinate union visits and act as the site\u2019s HR liaison.
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          General HR Support<\/b>
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          • Assist employees with HR queries relating to policies and procedures.<\/span>
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          • Coordinate Health and Safety meetings and maintain records.
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          • Support operational HR initiatives and complete ad\-hoc HR projects as required
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            Requirements<\/h3>
            • Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations or a related field
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            • 3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in a Human Resources role
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              Knowledge & Technical Skills<\/b><\/span><\/span>
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              • Knowledge of South African labour legislation including BCEA, LRA, Skills Development and Employment Equity Acts
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              • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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              • Experience with SAGE Payroll and Farm Costing Solutions (FCS) will be advantageous
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                Personal Attributes<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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                • Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
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                • Excellent organisational and planning ability
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                • High attention to detail and strong administrative skills
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                • Ability to build professional relationships across all levels
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                • Discretion when handling confidential HR matters
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                  Why Join Metsi Berries?<\/b><\/span><\/span>
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                  At Metsi Berries, we believe our people are key to our success. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic agricultural business where HR plays an important role in supporting operational excellence and employee engagement. You will gain exposure to a broad range of HR functions while working in a collaborative environment that values professionalism, accountability and growth
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