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Employee Relations and Wellness Support\nHandle employee grievances, complaints and workplace concerns.\nProvide guidance to employees and managers on workplace policies and procedures.\nMediate and resolve workplace conflicts.\nFacilitate referrals to Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) and wellness service providers where required.\nMonitor employee relations trends relating to absenteeism, conflict, workplace stress and employee wellbeing.\nSupport employee wellness awareness initiatives and programmes.\n2. Disciplinary Processes\nDraft disciplinary charges and notices.\nConduct and coordinate disciplinary investigations.\nPrepare documentation for disciplinary hearings.\nAdvise management on disciplinary procedures and corrective actions.\nEnsure disciplinary processes are procedurally fair and compliant with legislation and policy.\nMaintain accurate disciplinary records.\n3. Grievances and Investigations\nInvestigate employee complaints and grievances.\nConduct workplace investigations and gather evidence.\nInterview relevant parties and prepare investigation reports.\nRecommend appropriate corrective actions.\nMaintain confidentiality throughout investigation processes.\n4. Labour Law and Policy Compliance\nEnsure compliance with labour legislation, organisational policies and collective agreements.\nMonitor legislative developments and advise management on labour-related matters.\nPromote consistent application of policies, procedures and employment practices.\n5. Performance and Attendance Management\nSupport managers in addressing poor performance, misconduct and absenteeism.\nAssist with performance improvement processes.\nIdentify recurring employee relations issues and recommend interventions.\n6. Management Advisory Services\nCoach and support managers on employee relations matters.\nProvide advice on disciplinary, grievance, incapacity, performance and termination processes.\nEnsure consistent application of disciplinary codes and employment practices.\n7. HR Administration and Reporting\nMaintain confidential employee relations records and case files.\nMonitor and track employee relations cases.\nCompile and analyse employee relations reports and trends.\nProvide recommendations to mitigate employee relations risks.\n8. Labour Dispute Resolution and Representation\nCoordinate matters involving the CCMA, bargaining councils, labour forums and Labour Court.\nPrepare case documentation and represent or support the organisation during dispute resolution processes.\nLiaise with legal representatives and relevant stakeholders.\n9. 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