MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations, or related field
• Relevant postgraduate degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field (master’s degree or MBA preferred)

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Minimum of 10 years HR Management experience, with at least 5 years in a Senior HR Leadership role within the mining, industrial, oil and gas or adjacent sector (in an organization of relevant size and complexity)
• In-depth knowledge of South African Labour laws, BCEA, LRA, EE Act, and Mining Charter compliance
• Proven experience in managing HR functions across remote or site-based operations
• In-depth experience in unionised environments and cross-border HR operations
• Demonstrated success in implementing HR systems (e.g., Oracle HCM)
• Value-driven leadership qualities
• Solid foundation of integrated people practices
• Sound understanding of psychometric assessments

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the overall business plan
• Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention initiatives
• Manage employee relations, performance management, and succession planning
• Drive organisational development, training, and leadership programmes
• Collaborate with senior management to shape company culture and workforce planning
• Bring strategic insight, operational excellence, and a passion for people’s development in a challenging and rewarding environment
• Partner with leaders to ensure the people framework (people strategy) is aligned with the business strategy to clearly define critical priorities, goals and objectives translated into specific measurable outcomes
• Compile and manage a budget that will reflect the priorities to achieve the people strategy
• Oversee and coordinate best practice advice during disciplinary investigations, conflict resolution, and termination of employment, where necessary