IR Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Manage disciplinary processes from initiation through to conclusion.
• Chair and/or facilitate disciplinary hearings.
• Represent the company during CCMA conciliations and arbitrations.
• Prepare documentation and evidence bundles for labour-related matters.
• Provide expert advice on labour legislation, policies, and IR best practices.
• Ensure compliance with the Labour Relations Act (LRA), Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), and other applicable legislation.
• Conduct workplace investigations into misconduct and grievances.
• Support managers with employee relations matters and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures across multiple sites.
• Maintain accurate IR records, reports, and documentation.
• Travel to operational sites as required to provide IR support.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, or a related qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years' proven Industrial Relations experience, preferably within the construction, engineering, or related industry.
• Extensive experience conducting disciplinary hearings and managing grievance procedures.
• Proven experience representing employers at CCMA conciliations and arbitrations.
• Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation.
• Excellent report writing, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Valid Code B driver's licence (essential).
• Willingness to travel extensively.

Preferred Experience

• Experience within the construction or contracting environment.
• Exposure to unionised workforces.
• Experience working across multiple operational sites.

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Professional, confident, and objective approach.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to build strong relationships with management and employees.