HR Specialist (6-month contract)

Reference: CPT006667-CS-1

HR Specialist / HR Business Partner (6-Month Contract)

Manufacturing | Human Resources

Cape Winelands.

Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months)

Our client, a well-established international manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced HR Specialist / HR Business Partner to support and partner with leadership across key business units on a 6-month contract.

This role requires a commercially aware HR professional who can operate at both strategic and operational levels, driving HR initiatives, supporting leadership, and ensuring effective people management practices across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with management to provide strategic HR support and guidance across business units
• Drive and support HR initiatives, including organisational development, performance management, and workforce planning
• Provide input on employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes, conflict resolution, and compliance
• Support and guide management on labour legislation and HR best practices
• Oversee and support recruitment and talent management processes
• Analyse HR data and provide insights to support business decision-making
• Assist with change management and organisational restructuring initiatives
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented and consistently applied
• Support training and development initiatives aligned to business needs
• Work closely with leadership to drive employee engagement and performance
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws and company policies
• Provide general HR support and execute ad hoc projects as required

Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role
• Proven experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation
• Experience dealing with employee relations, performance management, and organisational development
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

To apply, please send your CV to ***email_hidden***

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

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