HR & Payroll Manager (Full-Function HR & Payroll)

Introduction

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to take full ownership of the HR function and monthly payroll for a manufacturing business in the Western Cape. This is a hands-on role for someone who processes payroll personally, knows the applicable bargaining council inside out, and is comfortable managing HR without daily oversight.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

• Process full-function monthly payroll for +/- 110 employees

• Manage PAYE, UIF, SDL, and COIDA calculations, deductions, and submissions

• Manage IRP5 reconciliations and tax year-end submissions

• Administer leave, overtime, and shift differentials across differing shift patterns

• Reconcile payroll against bargaining council wage agreements and resolve discrepancies

Bargaining Council

• Apply the applicable bargaining council wage agreement, leave provisions, and administrative requirements accurately and consistently

• Manage council registrations, levies, and compliance audits

• Represent the company in bargaining council dispute resolution processes

• Advise line managers where council terms override or interact with BCEA minimums

Generalist HR

• Manage full HR function across all: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, disciplinary processes, terminations

• Apply BCEA, LRA, EEA, and Skills Development Act requirements in day-to-day practice

• Manage BBBEE-related skills development and employment equity reporting

• Conduct or support disciplinary hearings and represent the company at the CCMA

• Manage retrenchment processes (Section 189/189A) where required

• Provide consistent HR support and policy application to line managers

• Maintain HR records and reporting

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR Management, Industrial Psychology, or Labour Relations (minimum)

• Postgraduate diploma or honours in HR/IR - advantageous

• Payroll certification (Sage, Payspace, or equivalent) - advantageous

Experience

• 5-8 years HR generalist experience, including 2-3 years at management level

• Proven experience processing full-function monthly payroll, unaided

• Direct, hands-on experience with the applicable bargaining council - essential, not preferred

Systems

• Sage 300 People, Payspace, or similar mid-market payroll software

• HRIS exposure

• Strong Excel proficiency for headcount and cost reporting

Competencies

• Operates with autonomy - comfortable running HR without daily oversight

• Handles IR and discipline processes calmly under pressure

• Coordinates effectively across multiple business areas

• Communicates clearly and consistently in English and Afrikaans

Package & Remuneration

• R 30 000.00 - R 45 000.00 per month  - depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated expertise.

• Provident Fund Benefits