Employee Relations Officer - Marlboro, JHB
Foot Gear SA
2026/10/05   JHB North

Job Ref #: FG-2898
Industry: Retail
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
We are looking for an experienced and people-focused Employee Relations Officer to join our Human Resources team. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering positive employee relations, ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation, and providing guidance and support to managers and employees across the business.
Job Description

This role is ideal for an HR professional who is passionate about creating fair, compliant, and high-performing workplaces while effectively managing employee relations matters.

 

Key Competencies

  • Integrity and confidentiality
  • Sound judgement and decision-making
  • Resilience and professionalism
  • Attention to detail
  • Influencing and negotiation skills
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advice and support to managers on employee relations matters.
  • Manage disciplinary, grievance, incapacity, and misconduct processes.
  • Conduct investigations and prepare reports on employee relations cases.
  • Facilitate disciplinary hearings and employee consultations.
  • Represent the company at CCMA conciliations and arbitration proceedings where required.
  • Ensure compliance with labour legislation, company policies, and best practices.
  • Support the implementation of performance management and corrective action processes.
  • Monitor and identify employee relations trends and recommend proactive solutions.
  • Build constructive relationships with employees, managers, and key stakeholders.
  • Assist with policy development, communication, and training initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate records and provide employee relations reporting.
Job Requirements

Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3–5 years' experience in Employee Relations or Human Resources.
  • Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation, including:
  • Labour Relations Act (LRA)
  • Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
  • Employment Equity Act (EEA)
  • Skills Development Act
  • Experience managing disciplinary hearings, grievances, and CCMA matters would be advantageous.
  • Excellent investigation, interviewing, and report-writing skills
  • Strong communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Valid driver's licence advantageous and willingness to travel when required.

 

       What We Offer

  • An opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing retail business.
  • Exposure to a diverse range of employee relations matters.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • A collaborative and people-centred working environment.

 

      How to Apply

      Interested candidates should submit their CV and supporting documents by latest,10th of October 2026.

      Footgear is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with our Employment Equity Plan.