IR SPECIALIST

The IR Specialist will manage workplace relations, ensuring compliance with labour laws (LRA, BCEA, EEA). The IR Specialist will act as a liaison between management and employees/unions, handling disciplinary matters, grievances, and union negotiations to foster positive relationships. Key roles will include interpreting policies, mediating conflict, and advising management on fair practices.

• Relevant qualification: Industrial Relations / Law
• 2- 3 years’ MINIMUM experience in IR and CCMA matters
• In-depth knowledge of LRA, BCEA, CCMA, bargaining council and relevant case law
• Excellent drafting skills
• Good communication skills
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Fluent in English and one other official language
• Own car and valid driver’s license

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for matters relating to Misconduct, Poor Work Performance, Incapacity, Retrenchments, Grievance meetings, Collective Bargaining, CCMA, DRC and Bargaining Council matters.
• Ensure IR related company policy and procedure is up to date
• Ensure all IR related matters are properly recorded
• Drafting documents for CCMA, DRC and Bargaining Council matters
• Attending CCMA, DRC and Bargaining Council matters
• Facilitate and maintain a good working relationship with unions and union officials
• Drafting opinions relating to Industrial Relations / Labour matters
• Handing over labour court matters to instructed attorney