Website Pacific International Line(PIL)
Pacific International Lines (PIL) is among the top 12 container shipping lines in the world. Established in Singapore in 1967, we are the largest home‑grown carrier in Southeast Asia. We serve customers in over 500 locations, with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oc… read moreeania and the Pacific Islands. Operating a fleet of around 100 container vessels, we provide shipping services and solutions to customers in more than 90 countries worldwide. Whatever the product – dry, refrigerated, breakbulk or special cargo – we will find a way to ship it in a safe and efficient manner. With our global network of owned agencies and intermodal corridors, we aim to bring value to our customers through end-to-end transportation.
As the HR Manager South Africa, you will be responsible for leading the execution of human resources strategies that are aligned with the organization’s business objectives and regulatory obligations, including B-BBEE compliance, while cultivating a high-performance culture, enhancing employee engagement, supporting talent development, and ensuring excellence in HR operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Partnership
Collaborate with the MD and senior management to develop HR strategies that support business objectives.
Support workforce planning, organisational design, and talent initiatives across the country.
Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
Drive/manage HR aspects of organisational change initiatives.
Employee Relations & Compliance
Ensure compliance with South African labour laws and company policies.
Lead the company’s B-BBEE strategy, ensuring effective execution, monitoring, and reporting to achieve compliance targets.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of B-BBEE legislation and codes of good practice.
Develop and continuously improve HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and best practices.
Manage employment contracts, employee records, and HRIS data quality
Handle employee queries and foster an inclusive environment
Talent Management & Development
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent.
Work closely with line managers to meet staffing needs.
Support leadership development through coaching and targeted training.
Drive talent reviews, succession planning, and skills gap analysis.
Develop and deliver training programs to enhance employee performance and career growth.
Employee Engagement & Well-being
Lead employee engagement and well-being initiatives aligned with South African operations and the regional HR strategy.
Promote open communication and a collaborative work environment.
Facilitate engagement action planning based on employee survey feedback.
Performance Management
Manage the performance management process to ensure meaningful and regular appraisals.
Guide managers on effective feedback and performance improvement plans.
Policy Development
Implement and review HR policies to ensure alignment with company goals and legal requirements
Promote continuous improvement and adopt HR best practices.
HR Analytics
Prepare HR reports and analytics to support decision-making.
Monitor key HR metrics such as turnover, time-to-hire, and engagement scores.
MUST HAVE:
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a similar role in an international organisation, preferably in the shipping, maritime, or logistics industry.
Proven experience in managing B-BBEE compliance, including strategy, reporting, and audits.
In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation.
Proven background managing payroll systems (e.g., Sage VIP) and HR service delivery in a logistics or shipping context
Experience in talent acquisition, talent management, performance management, and HR operations.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
WE VALUE:
Flexible and solutions-oriented, able to navigate complex HR challenges in a dynamic environment.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Ability to work at both strategic and operational levels.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
High integrity and business acumen.
Apply via company website ( N / A ) or
careers.pilship.com