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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Human Resources Business Partner

HR Generalist & Employee RelationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSandton, South AfricaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A National Diploma or degree in Human Resources or a related field, or five years of proven experience in the sector or company sufficient to be recognized as a qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel; experience with VLOOKUPs and PivotTables is essential.
  • Three to five years of Human Resources Business Partner and payroll experience.
  • Understanding and application of relevant labor legislation.
  • Working knowledge of PaySpace and Workday.
  • Knowledge of SharePoint.
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication, presentation, project management, report compilation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Well-developed administrative, problem-solving, and planning skills.
  • High personal and ethical standards.
  • Ability to anticipate issues, solve problems, and make clear decisions and judgments.
  • Ability to build trust, respect, and confidentiality.
  • Hands-on and practical approach.
  • Ability to balance firmness and diplomacy.
  • Sense of initiative.
  • Proficiency in English for reading, speaking, and writing; proficiency in local dialects may also be relevant.
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in completing tasks.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet firm deadlines.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to work with internal divisions and clients.
  • Ability to resolve queries promptly.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Ability to work in a highly pressurized environment.

Responsibilities

  • Create a positive working environment and develop a competent workforce by building partnerships with line managers and ensuring organizational compliance with relevant policies and legislation.
  • Maintain and update organizational structures and job descriptions.
  • Facilitate adherence to HR policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
  • Identify opportunities to update and enhance HR policies, processes, and procedures to drive continual improvements in the division.
  • Update and maintain all recruitment activity on SmartRecruiters.
  • Arrange and manage the selection process with line managers.
  • Arrange and facilitate interviews.
  • Manage onboarding, including drafting offer letters and contracts.
  • Arrange and manage onboarding through the SHINE process.
  • Arrange and manage onboarding training on SGS Campus.
  • Assist the Learning and Development Team with completion of required SGS training.
  • Coordinate industrial relations issues with HR Management and the Industrial Relations Specialist.
  • Arrange logistical requirements for disciplinary inquiries.
  • Facilitate adherence to SGS performance management processes, including annual goals and evaluations.
  • Manage and capture data in HR information systems.
  • Capture new engagements, promotions, transfers, contract renewals, and terminations in PaySpace within payroll deadlines.
  • Update HR changes in the payroll system, such as banking details.
  • Capture HR documents electronically in PaySpace.
  • Update and maintain HR SharePoint data, forms, and relevant information.
  • Manage and coordinate local and global HR projects and initiatives as required.
  • Assist with capturing and maintaining data for local and global HR projects and initiatives.
  • Assist the Human Resource Manager with HR Department audits.
  • Assist with internal HR audits of HR and payroll systems and personnel files.
  • Facilitate implementation of talent management and succession planning.
  • Assist the business with effective headcount management.
  • Proactively identify and anticipate HR risks within SGS.
  • Review and update HR documentation, including engagement packs and contracts of employment.
  • Maintain service quality, efficiency, and confidentiality within the HR Department.
  • Follow the quality and safety requirements of the SGS management system.
  • Perform other reasonable tasks assigned by the direct line manager.
  • Perform ad hoc administrative tasks within the HR department.
  • Comply with and promote the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct to preserve and enhance SGS's reputation as a socially responsible company.

Desired Qualifications

  • Work experience with PaySpace and Workday is preferred.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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