Industrial Relations Officer at TWK Agri

Responsibilities and Duties 

• Advice operations/managers on IR issues
• Facilitate, develop and conduct IR training and other IR processes, such as Conflict Management
• Apply discipline as per the requirements of the company Disciplinary Code and procedures
• Maintain all disciplinary reports
• Assist managers in the application of the company’s disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Facilitating incapacity procedures
• Facilitating poor work performance procedures
• Attending disciplinary inquiries
• Attending meetings & liaising with unions
• Negotiating with unions
• Travelling to operational points in South Africa and Swaziland to attend IR matters

Qualifications and Skills 

• Matric / Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification (preferably in Labour Relations/LLB)
• At least 1-2+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Proven experience as an IR Officer
• Valid driver’s licence
• Valid passport
• Computer Literacy
• Proven track record with CCMA representation and other elements of Conflict Management
• Good communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of applicable legislation, including LRA, BCEA and applicable Sectoral Determinations
• Diligent and meticulous attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Planning & Organisational skills
• Superior presentation skills
• Relationship –building skills
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain efficiency and confidentiality