Support Manager (HR) - Pietermaritzburg (Permanent)

Job Title: Support Manager (HR) - Pietermaritzburg Start Date: 2026-08-06 - 2026-09-05 Vacancy Type: Permanent PMB001242 Sectors: Human Resources Location: KwaZulu Natal , Pietermaritzburg Salary: Brief: bcea|coida/iod|employee relations & disciplin|employment equity & ohs|hr legislative compliance|hr manager|hrm|industrial psychology|lra|ms excel|ms office|occupational health & safety|onboarding|performance management|recruitment|south african labour legislati|support manager|training Support Manager (HR) - Pietermaritzburg Our client is seeking an experienced and analytical Support Manager (HR) to oversee HR governance, legislative compliance, employee relations and key HR systems, while driving best HR practices across the business. Detail: Responsibilities Ensure compliance with South African labour legislation, including BCEA, LRA, Employment Equity Act, OHS Act and COIDA Develop, review and maintain HR policies, procedures and governance documentation Manage Employment Equity, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and SHE compliance Lead employee relations, disciplinary processes and performance management Advise management on labour legislation, compliance and HR risk Coordinate statutory reporting, compliance audits and risk assessments Improve workforce systems, time & attendance processes and payroll efficiency Implement and maintain effective document management and version control systems Support onboarding, training, workforce planning and recruitment initiatives Requirements Post-matric qualification in HR, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration or a related field (preferred) Proven experience in: HR legislative compliance Employee relations & disciplinary procedures Employment Equity & OHS COIDA / IOD Performance management Recruitment, onboarding & training Advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills Proficiency in IsiZulu (spoken and written) will be advantageous Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and leadership abilities Team player with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organisation Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted. show more... For more information please contact: Laura Dodd Apply