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Head of Human Resources

Executive Placements
Whittlesea Full-day Full-time

Description:

Minimum requirements:
Matric (essential). Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field. Minimum 10 years HR experience, with 5+ years in senior leadership. Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, or food processing (preferred). Strong working knowledge of South African labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EE Act). Proven experience in OHS, Environmental Compliance, and Corporate Governance. Advanced HR qualification (MBA / Masters) and professional HR certification (SABPP / SHRM / CIPD) advantageous. Demonstrated experience operating at EXCO / Board level. Key responsibilities:
Lead and execute the Group HR, OHS, Environmental and Ethical Governance strategy aligned to business objectives. Serve as a permanent EXCO member, contributing to strategy, risk management, and organisational performance. Oversee the full HR value chain, including talent management, organisational design, employee relations, and succession planning. Manage timekeeping and payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and governance. Ensure full compliance with labour, OHS, environmental, and ESG legislation and standards. Lead workplace health & safety systems, emergency preparedness, audits, and corrective actions. Oversee environmental compliance, risk management, and regulatory reporting. Champion ethical governance, including SEDEX, POPIA, whistleblowing, and code of conduct adherence. Provide leadership to the HR function and drive culture, engagement, and change initiatives across the Group Consultant: Rene Otte - Dante Personnel Greenstone

13 Jan 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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