About the Role
A leading manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Specialist to join their Johannesburg team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can manage full payroll functions while supporting core HR operations, employee relations, and compliance within a fast-paced industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage end-to-end payroll processing using SAGE Payroll, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and legislative compliance.
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Administer employee benefits, compensation, and statutory deductions.
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Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
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Handle employee relations, queries, and HR administration.
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Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation and internal HR policies.
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Maintain and update employee records, HR systems, and payroll data.
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Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives.
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Prepare payroll and HR reports for management as required.
Minimum Requirements
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Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Payroll, or a related field
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Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in HR and Payroll
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Proven experience with SAGE Payroll (essential)
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Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation and payroll compliance
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High attention to detail and strong administrative skills
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Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
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Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments will be advantageous
Key Skills & Competencies
Payroll Administration | SAGE Payroll | HR Operations | Employee Relations | Recruitment & Onboarding | Benefits Administration | Labour Law Compliance | HR Reporting | Data Management | Confidentiality | Attention to Detail
