Human Resources Officer (Solar Project)

Overview

A leading organisation within the renewable energy and engineering sector is seeking a

qualified and experienced Human Resources Officer to support workforce management

across project operations in Cape Town.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing HR administration, employee

relations, compliance, onboarding, and payroll coordination within a fast-paced project

environment. This position requires a strong understanding of South African labour

legislation and experience supporting site-based and office-based employees within

engineering, construction, infrastructure, or energy environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support full HR lifecycle functions for both site-based and office-based employees
• Coordinate recruitment processes including CV screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding
• Draft and prepare employment contracts in line with South African labour legislation
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation
• Liaise with payroll providers to ensure accurate processing of timesheets, leave records, and statutory deductions
• Monitor leave management, attendance tracking, and performance records
• Provide HR support on disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, and employee relations matters
• Support IR-related processes and assist management with labour dispute matters when required
• Coordinate training initiatives and general HR administrative functions
• Maintain effective communication between workforce and project management teams

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

• South African citizen or permanent resident
• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years’ HR experience within engineering, construction, infrastructure, or energy project environments
• Solid working knowledge of South African Labour Law
• Experience supporting project-based or site-based workforce environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced project environment

Advantageous

• Experience working on construction or renewable energy projects
• Familiarity with time and attendance systems
• Exposure to unionised workforce environments
• Experience working within international project environments