Senior Specialist Internal Talent & Development

Our client is seeking a dynamic Senior Specialist to lead their Internal Talent & Development function, combined with the responsibilities of a Registered Industrial Psychologist. This is a strategic, business-critical role-not an operational or administrative position. The successful candidate will shape, drive, and implement talent management initiatives that directly support executive-level business goals, with a focus on large-scale, safety-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and shape talent assessment strategies and workforce development initiatives.

• Oversee and implement psychometric and other assessments aligned with workforce planning and succession.

• Design and drive programmes for leadership development, onboarding, retention, and mentorship.

• Collaborate with executives and senior leaders to align talent strategies with organisational goals.

• Integrate with Organisational Design and HR to improve team effectiveness and ways of working.

• Use data and assessment results to identify talent gaps and organisational risks.

• Foster a high-performance, inclusive culture and support employee wellness.

• Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Master's degree in Industrial Psychology.

• Registered Industrial Psychologist (HPCSA - Independent Practice).

• 5-7 years' experience in Industrial Psychology, Talent, or Organisational Design (mining or manufacturing sector preferred).

• Strong data analytics, project management, and executive communication skills
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Our client is seeking a strategic Senior Specialist to lead Internal Talent & Development, combined with the responsibilities of a Registered Industrial Psychologist. This is a business-critical, non-operational role focused on shaping and implementing talent management initiatives that align with executive goals in large-scale, safety-focused environments.


Key Responsibilities:

-Lead and shape talent assessment strategies and workforce development initiatives.

-Oversee and implement psychometric and other assessments aligned with workforce planning and succession.

-Design and drive programmes for leadership development, onboarding, retention, and mentorship.

-Collaborate with executives and senior leaders to align talent strategies with organisational goals.

-Integrate with Organisational Design and HR to improve team effectiveness and ways of working.

-Use data and assessment results to identify talent gaps and organisational risks.

-Foster a high-performance, inclusive culture and support employee wellness.

-Ensure compliance with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.


Required Qualifications & Experience:

-Master's degree in Industrial Psychology.

-Registered Industrial Psychologist (HPCSA - Independent Practice).

-5-7 years' experience in Industrial Psychology, Talent, or Organisational Design (mining or manufacturing sector preferred).

-Strong data analytics, project management, and executive communication skills.