Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town, Western Cape
Salary: R35 000 per month + Benefits
Closing Date: 30 November 2025
Reference: Ellahi Consulting SHCO1025
About Ellahi Consulting
Ellahi Consulting is a leading automotive recruitment and talent solutions provider in South Africa, specialising in connecting skilled professionals with top-tier employers across finance, logistics, manufacturing, and technical industries.
With a strong focus on people-centric HR strategies, we aim to create impactful placements that drive business excellence and long-term career success.
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Position Overview
The Senior Human Capital Officer plays a critical role in ensuring smooth Human Capital (HC) operations across the organisation’s business units. This position supports the implementation of strategic HR practices, ensuring compliance with company policies, labour legislation, and transformation goals.
If you have a passion for HR, employee engagement, and continuous improvement, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Employee Relations
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Provide timely HR guidance and support to managers and employees.
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Identify and resolve employee relations issues proactively.
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Ensure Corrective Counselling Reports (CCRs) and performance reviews are concluded within two weeks.
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Conduct post-incident reviews and recommend corrective action plans.
2. Recruitment & Onboarding
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Manage full recruitment lifecycle with a focus on Employment Equity (EE) and Affirmative Action (AA).
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Prioritize internal promotions before external hires.
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Ensure smooth onboarding, induction, and probation management.
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Communicate effectively with all candidates and hiring managers.
3. Payroll Administration
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Coordinate payroll inputs, deadlines, and process quality checks.
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Manage remuneration and benefits policies in alignment with HC standards.
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Reduce payroll errors and improve efficiency through system controls.
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Support payroll systems such as PaySpace, Oracle, or SAP.
4. HC Compliance & Reporting
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Ensure compliance with all HR policies and statutory requirements (SETA, WCA, STATSA).
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Drive Employment Equity (EE) forums and transformation initiatives.
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Compile reports for management and external audits.
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Support internal audits and data integrity checks.
5. Training, Development & Employee Engagement
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Facilitate training programs, learnerships, and leadership development initiatives.
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Conduct employee engagement visits and site consultations.
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Enhance employee satisfaction and retention through structured communication.
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Collaborate on transformation and B-BBEE initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
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Completed 3-year HR qualification (Degree or National Diploma).
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Human Capital environment within transport, logistics, construction, or manufacturing.
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Experience with Bargaining Councils, employee relations, and payroll systems (PaySpace, Oracle, or SAP).
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Valid driver’s licence and own reliable vehicle.
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Willingness to travel between operations.
Core Competencies
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Strong administrative and documentation management skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
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Conflict resolution and problem-solving expertise.
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Analytical and data-driven approach to HR reporting.
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Ethical conduct and respect for confidentiality.
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Adaptability, teamwork, and proactive mindset.
Why Join Ellahi Consulting
At Ellahi Consulting, we value people, growth, and purpose. As a Senior Human Capital Officer, you’ll play a vital role in promoting transformation, nurturing employee engagement, and shaping a positive organisational culture.
You’ll work alongside professionals who are passionate about driving innovation in HR and delivering tangible business impact.
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POPIA Compliance
Ellahi Consulting is committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data for recruitment purposes only.
How to Apply
Qualified applicants who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their detailed CV and cover letter via the official Ellahi Consulting portal:
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