Requirements :

Minimum Requirements:

• A Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA with minimum 3-5 year’s Labour Relations functional relevant experience on (level 5/6).
• Three (3-years) tertiary qualification: National Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6) in Industrial Relations/Labour Relations/Labour Law/Public Management and/or Human Resources Management will be an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of labour legislation and prescripts within the Public sector domain. Sound Knowledge of LRA, BCEA, PSA, PSR and relevant public service regulations and policies.
• Demonstrable experience in project management, collective bargaining and LR processes. Sound conflict-handling skills. Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Good communication skills (written and verbal). Strategic thinking and meticulous record keeping.
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. Applicant should be prepared to undergo medical surveillance.

Duties :

• Investigate misconduct cases and compile investigation reports. Management of Discipline, represent the institution during a formal disciplinary hearing, provide advice on informal disciplinary hearings and ensure the implementation of disciplinary procedures and ensure compliance on finalization of cases. Investigate and finalise all grievances and complaints received from employees in the institution.
• Coordinate and provide support in terms of representing the institution in all disputes referred to the Public Service Sectoral Bargaining Council and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration.
• Manage the information and records of all activities in the Labour Relations in the institution including Training to staff on Labour relations matters. Manage resources of the LR office. Monitor precautionary suspensions/transfers in the institution. Render advisory services to management and employees on dispute prevention and resolution.
• Monitor and evaluate labour relations trends in the institution. Facilitate training and advocacy on labour relations matters in the institution. Facilitate and chair the Multilateral/Bilateral Consultative activities in the institution.
• Provide monthly & quarterly reports to the Provincial Office and attend meetings/workshops. Perform other duties as indicated by the Supervisor/Manager. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (Contracting, reviews and final assessment).