Hr Officer Grain Field Chickens Abattoir , Reitz

Reitz, Free State, South Africa

Job Description


INTRODUCTIONGrain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.JOB DECRIPTIONThe incumbent will be responsible for providing expertise and support and perform employee relations activities which will include - but not limited to - Industrial Relations, workforce planning, AWOL and absenteeism management in order to increase plant quality and turnaround time, in alignment with predefined work objectives (as per agreed standard operating procedures).JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
  • A relevant HR Degree or Diploma from a recognized institution.
  • At least 5 years' experience in a similar role is essential.
  • Min 3 years IR expertise gained within the FMCG / Manufacturing/ Agriculture environment (unionized environment).
  • Solid, proven and applied understanding of the LRA and BCEA.
  • Working knowledge of HR Systems is essential.
  • Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills at an advanced level.
  • The ability to understand and speak the vernacular used in the Eastern Free State (Southern Sotho) will be a definite advantage.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • A driver's license and own transport will be an advantage.
  • A willingness to enter the plant (cold and wet environment) on a regular basis, to address a large number of employees on the floor.
  • A willingness to work overtime, incl. Saturdays, when required.
JOB DESCRIPTIONIndustrial Relations (IR)
  • Facilitate end-to-end disciplinary processes in liaison with line management.
  • Advise and provide support to all Stakeholders in terms of Industrial and Labour Legislation - ensuring effective service delivery.
  • Provide effective and efficient IR advice, support & administration within set guidelines and deadlines.
  • Where required, offer support to the Group Legal Advisor at the Bargaining Council/ CCMA with respect to GFC cases.
  • Together with the HR Manager, ensure the appropriate management of all employee relations issues including grievances, poor performance and disciplinary action.
  • As part of Key 10, assist with monitoring AWOL, absenteeism levels, grievances levels, disciplinary processes, employee well-being matters and the development of suitable initiatives and solutions.
  • Assist in maintaining healthy relationships between shop stewards and management.
  • Assist with coordinating the monthly shop stewards' meetings.
  • In the absence of the HR Manager, chair shop stewards' meetings.
  • Ensure accurate and timely minutes are kept of all shop stewards' meetings, minutes distributed timeously, and outstanding items/ items raised and followed up on time.
  • Ensure strict adherence to the LRA, BCEA and organizational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Ensure that all stakeholders and customers are well informed at all times and establish a free flow of information.
  • Ensure all HR practices are fair, consistent and executed within the boundaries of relevant HR policies and procedures.
  • Ensure high level of accuracy and integrity of HR information thereby ensuring that ethical work, professionalism and leadership behaviour is demonstrated.
  • Deliver on IR projects such as conducting IR/ HR training to line managers, junior employees and other relevant stakeholders on a monthly basis.
  • Conduct regular engagement with employees to explain company policies and procedures, address issues timely and report to management all unresolved ones.
  • Liaise with Payroll Officer to coordinate and prepare IR-related payroll information for the month-end.
  • Serve as a point of contact for employees' IR-related issues and ensure these are resolved timeously and satisfactorily.
  • Ensure that proper records are kept including resolved IR queries and the type of resolution/ feedback given.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable labour legislation by doing dip stick checks through surveys/ questionnaires.
  • Report all non-compliance to the HR Manager to ensure corrective action is taken.
  • Participate in and drive Key 10 as part of the company's 20 Keys Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Collate and submit IR Reports on a weekly/ monthly basis.
  • Support the identification and development of processes to optimize cost efficiency (responsible use of telephone/ printing).
Human Resources
  • Assist with driving the GFC Annual Wellness Program.
  • Assist with the development of HR SOPs, procedures, work processes/ process flows and other abattoir-specific processes.
  • Assist with the drafting and review of s.
  • Assist with drafting new KPIs and reviewing exiting ones.
  • Assist with SLAs between HR and the various internal departments.
  • Assist with the periodic staff EOS and actioning thereof in conjunction with the plant engineer (Key 2 and 10 Surveys).
  • Assist with PIP with respect to poor performance management.
  • Together with the systems administrator, ensure that the plant authorized Manload is kept up to date accurately at all times.
  • Ensure accurate records are kept in line with company policy.
  • Ensure all internal & external visitors to the HR Office are handled in a professional, welcoming and friendly manner.
Reports
  • Complete all documentation accurately and in full - Range: Documents/ Reports include, but are not limited to:
  • AWOL Report
  • Key 10 Survey
  • Payroll Queries & Unpaids (Graphs)
  • 50% Sick Leave
  • Stop Salary
  • Terminations List
  • IR Report
  • Bestuurstate Graphs
  • Complete and/ or update the prescribed reports and/ or documentation manually and/ or on the relevant HR computer system.
  • Capture and keep accurate employee data in the relevant HR system and perform general HR Administration duties.
  • Any other duties as may be assigned by line management.
Skills Required
  • High level of attention to detail with excellent time management, planning, coordinating and prioritizing skills.
  • Excellent negotiation, liaison and administrative skills.
  • Practical knowledge in a generalist HR environment.
  • Ability to work well under pressure, within set guidelines and adhere to deadlines.
  • Excellent telephonic, verbal and written communication skills across all levels within the organization.
  • Independent, self-motivated, proactive thinking, ability to do own job planning and function independently.
  • High level of multi-skilling, flexibility and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Results driven with high customer focus and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Practical knowledge of applicable labour legislation and compliance environment including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, LRA, Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act & Skills Development Levies Act.
  • Practical knowledge of CCMA processes with proven track record.
  • Committed, motivated and able to achieve tasks in the required time frame.
  • Able to prioritize important matters and act on them accordingly.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to interact with all internal and external role players in a respectful, helpful and professional manner.
  • Ability to work effectively with others.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to record, analyse and report information (verbal and written).
  • Ability to work independently when the role requires.
  • Assertiveness, conflict handling and problem-solving skills.
The company can expire jobs at any time at our own discretion. Should you not have received a response within 4 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

VKB Group

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1331432
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Reitz, Free State, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned