HR Manager (Contract - EPC - Construction - Petrochemical - Saldanha Bay, Cape Town)

Kwena Human Capital

Our client, a petroleum storage and terminal development company, is looking to hire an HR Manager to join their growing team based in Saldanha Bay, Cape Town. This is forecasted to be a 30 month project-based contract.

    • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Law, Business Administration, Psychology or a related discipline.
    • Minimum 8–12 years’ HR experience, preferably on major construction, oil and gas, petrochemical, infrastructure, terminal, tank farm, or heavy industrial projects.
    • Experience working within an Owner’s team, EPC contractor, project management consultant, or large construction environment is highly advantageous.
    • Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation, including the Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, and related statutory requirements.
    • Proven experience managing labour relations, grievances, disciplinary processes, workforce mobilisation, site-based HR operations, and contractor workforce oversight.
    • Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, including contractors, subcontractors, labour forums, community representatives, and government bodies.

Suitable candidates are encouraged to share their updated CV with ***email_hidden*** for immediate consideration.