Assistant Director: Labour Relations

About

Permanent Level 9 role at Western TVET College Corporate Office. Requires a Grade 12 certificate and a recognised three-year diploma or degree in labour/employment relations, human resource management or a relevant field, plus 3–5 years’ relevant experience including 2–3 years at supervisory level. Job grade: Level 09. Salary: R487 197 per annum, plus benefits. Terms of service: Permanent (PERSAL Appointment). Reference: CORP/ASD/LR/08. Duty station: Corporate Office.

How to apply

Hand deliver your application or email it in PDF format as one attachment to asdlabour@westcol.co.za, quoting the relevant reference number, to the Principal, Western TVET College, Corporate Office, 42 Johnstone Street, Randfontein, 1760. Submit a signed, fully completed new Z83 form and comprehensive CV including at least three contactable references.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sound Labour Relations.
• Render advice on labour related matters.
• Develop and implement Human Resource policies and manuals.
• Ensure proper implementation of disciplinary procedures, grievance procedures and code of conduct.
• Conduct investigations and disciplinary hearings.
• Management of strike action.
• Minimize Labour disputes.
• Facilitate and conduct labour relations training and workshops.
• Ensure proper implementation of the collective bargaining council resolutions.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 Certificate plus a recognised 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Labour Relations, Employment Relations / Human Resource Management or a relevant qualification.
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years relevant work experience in Labour Relations or Human Resource Management, of which 2-3 years should be at supervisory level.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, Public Service legislation and policies related to Human Resource Management.
• Sound knowledge of Labour Relations statutes and the International Labour Organization (ILO).
• Knowledge and understanding of TVET/CET Administration, the Higher Education sector and PERSAL.
• Good verbal and written communication, interpersonal, people management, planning and organising, presentation, report writing, problem solving, analytical, client-oriented, investigation and presentation skills.
• Advanced experience in interpretation, development and implementation of policies.