Overview
Transformation and Skills Lead Jobs in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Transformation and Skills Lead
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Recruiter:
Phakisa Holdings
Job Ref:
JHB000566/Louis
Date posted:
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Location:
Centurion, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are looking for a skilled Transformation and Skills Lead to drive transformation delivery within client organisations through management of Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Learnership programmes.
POSITION INFO:
JOB VACANCY: Transformation and Skills Lead
Seniority Level: Mid-Career (3 – 5 years' experience)
Type: Permanent
Region: Gauteng
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Transformation and Skills Lead will drive transformation delivery across client organisations by managing Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Learnership programmes. The role ensures legislative compliance, supports workforce transformation objectives and maintains audit ready governance and reporting frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Employment Equity diagnostics, committee facilitation, EE Plan implementation, and submission of statutory reports (EEA2 & EEA4).
- Manage Skills Development processes including skills gap analysis, Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs), Annual Training Reports (ATRs), and SETA engagement.
- Design and manage learnerships, internships, and youth development programmes, including the full learner lifecycle and compliance requirements.
- Monitor transformation progress through reporting and dashboards ensuring documentation remains audit ready.
- Identify compliance risks, implement mitigation strategies, and maintain governance documentation and processes.
- Provide advisory support to client leadership on transformation strategy, compliance, and workforce development.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant qualification in Human Resources, Labour Law, Skills Development, or related field
- 3-5 years' experience in Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Learnership programme management
- Experience with WSP, ATR, EE reporting, and SETA engagement
- Strong knowledge of the Employment Equity Act and Skills Development legislation
COMPETENCIES
- Strong legislative and compliance knowledge
- Analytical and strategic thinking ability
- Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
- Strong reporting, governance, and audit readiness capabilit
- Excellent communication, organisation, and deadline management skills