Manager: Employee Relations

Job Summary:

This role involves managing, developing and implementing policies and practices that support a fair, productive and legally compliant work environment. This role will foster positive relationships between employees and management within the SABN.

Main Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Develop and implement employee relations strategies and programs that foster positive relationships and a productive work environment and align to the SABN HR Strategy.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, staying updated with changes and advising management on employee relations matters.
• Provide guidance and support to management and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Investigate and resolve employee grievances, conducting thorough and impartial investigations in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with management to address performance-related issues and develop appropriate corrective action plans.
• Mediate and facilitate discussions between employees and management to resolve conflicts and promote effective communication.
• Provide coaching and training to managers on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Develop and deliver employee relations training programs to enhance understanding and awareness among employees.
• Analyse employee relations data and trends to identify areas of improvement and recommend proactive solutions.
• Partner with legal teams to ensure consistent interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement disciplinary procedures and
• Stay updated with industry best practices and employment laws, ensuring compliance and promoting a positive work culture.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee relations documentation and records.

The Preferred Candidate is likely to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Labour Relations
• Honours Degree in Labour Relations (Desirable)
• SABPP membership (Desirable)
• 8-10 years’ proven experience in managing employee relations function and at least 5 years should be in a unionised or manufacturing environment

Knowledge and Skills:

• Employment legislation
• Employee Relations Procedures
• investigating and managing disciplinary actions
• Dispute resolution methodologies and processes
• Incapacity Management
• CCMA representation

Internal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CV’s and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CV’s, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.

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SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.

Should you not hear from us within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SABN reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Prospective applicants must be willing to undergo a series of assessments and security clearance process as prescribed by the National Key Point Act.