HR Business Partner (Coastal Region) - Durban (Avoca), KwaZulu-Natal - R48,000 - R55,000 per month

A well-established leader in the manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to support its Coastal operations across KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape and Eastern Cape.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams, managing employee relations, ensuring legislative compliance, and driving people-focused initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be based in Durban and will travel re

• Partner with operational management to provide strategic and operational HR support.
• Manage employee relations, including disciplinary processes, grievances, hearings and performance management.
• Represent the business during CCMA conciliation and arbitration proceedings.
• Coordinate recruitment, interviewing, onboarding and employee integration.
• Support learning and development initiatives, including training administration and skills development.
• Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation, Employment Equity, BBBEE and other statutory requirements.
• Assist with Employment Equity reporting, ATR/WSP submissions and HR audits.
• Maintain accurate HR records and prepare HR reports.
• Promote employee engagement and support a positive workplace culture.
• Identify HR risks and recommend practical people management solutions.
• Support payroll administration by preparing and submitting payroll inputs.
• Work collaboratively with

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Generalist role.
• Previous manufacturing experience will be highly advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation and CCMA processes.
• Experience in employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, HR administration and performance management.
• Exposure to Employment Equity, BBBEE, Skills Development and statutory compliance.
• Experience with Sage 300 People or similar HRIS/payroll systems will be advantageous.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, tables, charts and formulas. Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP experience will be advantageous.
• Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• High levels of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in isiZulu is essential.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Must be willing to travel regularly throughout KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Western Cape.
• Applicants should preferably reside in Durban or surrounding areas for ease of travel to the Avoca office.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an HR professional who is:

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Confident in dealing with employee relations matters at all levels.
• Empathetic with strong emotional intelligence.
• Objective, fair and professional.
• Energetic and proactive.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Committed to building a long-term career within a growing organisation.

• Basic Salary: R48,000 – R55,000 per month
• Car Allowance
• Pension Fund
• Optional Medical Aid (50% Company Contribution)
• Laptop
• Cell Phone

Should you meet the requiremens, please forward your updated CV to ***email_hidden***

Please note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted.