INTRODUCTION
An Assistant Manager HR contract opportunity is available in Prospecton, Durban, for a six-month fixed-term contract. The role is suited to an HR professional with relevant qualifications, at least two years of HR experience and strong knowledge of HR practices.
The successful candidate will support HR services in a fast-paced environment, working with management and employees on recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, workforce planning and other HR matters.
QUICK FACTS
Closing Date: 16 September 2026
Location: Prospecton, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Type: 6 Months Fixed-Term Contract
Minimum Requirements: Relevant NQF 5 (240 Credits) Degree/Diploma in Human Resources Management or Industrial Psychology and a minimum of 2 years’ relevant HR experience
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Assistant Manager HR role is a six-month fixed-term contract within the Human Resources job family.
The successful candidate will provide HR advice and support to line managers, management and employees. The role also involves recruitment and selection, industrial relations, employee data management, HR administration and workforce planning.
The position requires someone who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment and build strong relationships with management, the union and employees.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Applicants should have:
A relevant NQF 5 (240 Credits) Degree/Diploma in Human Resources Management or Industrial Psychology.
At least 2 years’ relevant HR experience.
Preferably, experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in general HR management, including Recruitment & Selection, Industrial Relations, Employment Equity, Succession, Retention and Career Planning, Performance Management and Manpower Planning.
Advanced computer literacy, with Microsoft Office Suite knowledge being essential.
Strong information gathering and analysis skills.
Good communication and relationship-building abilities.
The ability to make decisions and demonstrate awareness of situations.
The ability to work strategically and review work methods.
Added advantage:
Good understanding of Labour Legislation, including the Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act and Skills Development Act.
SAP experience.
PROGRAMME / JOB BENEFITS
Six-month fixed-term contract.
Practical HR management experience.
Exposure to recruitment, employee relations, HR administration and workforce planning.
Experience working with management, employees, the union and other stakeholders.
Exposure to HR systems and data management.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
This opportunity can help you gain experience in:
Recruitment and selection processes.
Industrial relations and employee relations.
HR policy and procedure support.
HR information and data management.
Workforce and headcount management.
Employee development and career planning.
HR administration.
Working in a fast-paced plant-level HR environment.
Cross-functional engagement with different stakeholders.
KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide advice to line managers on conduct and misconduct management processes.
Provide advice and information to management and employees on HR policies and procedures.
Advise management and employees on work matters, career development, personal problems and industrial matters.
Attend to internal industrial relations matters at plant level.
Ensure the resourcing process is followed.
Ensure jobs are advertised timeously on SuccessFactors and tracked.
Manage and conduct interviews with line managers.
Manage selection tests and make recommendations.
Manage terminations and exit interviews.
Manage headcount at plant level.
Administer employees with restrictions and general ill-health management.
Update HR information and data in relevant systems.
Ensure the integrity of HR data.
Manage HR administrative tasks.
Communicate effectively and build strong relationships with management, the union and employees.
Engage with various stakeholders across functions.
LOCATIONS AND REFERENCE NUMBERS
KwaZulu-Natal
Prospecton, Durban — Req ID: 3553
HOW TO APPLY
1. Review the requirements for the Assistant Manager HR position.
2. Prepare your application and supporting information as required by the employer’s application system.
3. Apply for the position through the employer’s recruitment platform.
4. Use the correct Req ID: 3553 when identifying the vacancy.
5. Submit your application before the closing date of 16 September 2026.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The appointment will be made in line with the company’s Employment Equity Policy.
The position is a six-month fixed-term contract.
The closing date is 16 September 2026.
The source does not provide a salary or application email/address, so these details have not been added.
FINAL WORD
If you meet the qualification and experience requirements, make sure your application is submitted before 16 September 2026 and that you use the correct reference number, Req ID 3553.