Head Of Human Resources (Head of HR - 2026)

Vineyard, Oude Werf and Stellenbosch Hotels by Petousis

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Head of HR - 2026

Salary

ZAR/month + 0

Job Location

South Africa -City of Cape Town -Cape Town -Newlands

Job Type

Permanent

Posted

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Closing date

06 Jul 2026 20:59

The Vineyard Hotel is recognised for its exceptional guest experience, commitment to sustainability and people-centred culture. An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and highly professional

Head of Human Resources to join the Vineyard Hotel team.We are looking for an experienced HR leader who will champion our values, strengthen organisational capability and support an environment where employees can thrive and deliver outstanding service.

Head of Human Resources - Newlands, Cape Town (Monthly Paid - CTC)

Reporting to the General Manager, the Head of Human Resources will lead the HR function and partner with leaders across the hotel to drive engagement, performance and organisational effectiveness.

Key Role Responsibilities

Shape and Deliver the People Strategy – Develop and execute people strategies that support business objectives, organisational performance and a positive employee experience.
Build Organisational Capability and Leadership Effectiveness - Strengthen leadership, talent and organisational capability to meet current and future business needs.
Drive Service Culture and Employee Engagement - Foster a high-performance, service-driven culture that promotes employee engagement, wellbeing and alignment to the Hotel's values.
Optimise Workforce Planning and Labour Productivity - Ensure effective workforce planning, staffing efficiency and labour productivity to support operational excellence and business performance.
Lead Employment Equity, Governance and Compliance - Drive Employment Equity and transformation objectives while ensuring sound employee relations, governance and compliance with labour legislation.
Deliver Effective HR Operations and Continuous Improvement - Oversee the delivery of efficient HR services, systems and processes, using data and insights to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.

Minimum Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification at NQF Level 7 or higher in Human Resources or a related field, obtained from a recognised and accredited tertiary institution.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Human Resources Management position leading an Team of HR specialists in a medium sized organisation.
Proven experience in Employee Relations, Employment Equity, organisational development, talent management and HR operations.
Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices.
Strong business partnering, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Proficient in HR systems and the use of people data to support decision-making.
Applicants must be a South African Citizen.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory criminal record, credit, qualification and reference checks.

Key Competencies

HR strategy planning and implementation
Employment Equity
Workplace Relations and South African Labour Legislation
Performance management
Workplace Planning
Remuneration & benefits
Employee wellbeing
Skills Development
Organisational design
Organisational development
Financial management
Understanding of BBBEE Codes and application thereof
Leadership
Creating Support
Situational Awareness
Planning
Integrity
Organisational Sensitivity
Results Oriented
Strategic Insight

Why Apply?

This Is An Opportunity To

Contribute meaningfully to the success of the organisation and its people in a senior leadership role
Make a tangible impact on people, culture, and performance

Applications

Please apply via our website by the closing date 06 July 2026

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV and motivation letter to our online talent portal.

Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with the Company’s transformation objectives in the Employment Equity Plan.

Contact information

Caroline Naidoo

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