The Superintendent: Employee Relations provides specialist leadership and guidance on employee relations, labour legislation and workplace governance across the operation. The role oversees disciplinary, grievance and incapacity processes, manages complex investigations including anonymous tip-offs, and supports ICAM reviews for high-impact cases. By working closely with leadership, organised labour and key stakeholders, the incumbent ensures fair, consistent and legally compliant labour practices while mitigating organisational risk and supporting effective workforce management.<\/p>\n
Minimum Requirements:<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s Degree with major in Industrial Relations, Labour Law or related\u00a0
\n\tProven track record in leading operational ER functions, advanced dispute resolution, matter and case preparation, leading third party matter ER interventions, etc.
\n\tProven experience in conducting structured or forensic investigations
\n\tSound knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA and related legislation)
\n\tExperience in Business Partners or business partner workforce governance and labour compliance
\n\tBe declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant\u2019s suitability for employment<\/p>\n
NOTE: all relevant certificates must be attached to your CV in order to be considered for shortlisting<\/p>\n
Key Competencies:<\/p>\n
\tAdvanced safety leadership capability
\n\tAccomplished team and people leader with advanced inter and intra-team collaboration and, sound spoken and written English communication skills
\n\tComputer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
\n\tProven diagnostic, problem-solving, decision-making skills
\n\tAdvanced expertise in South African labour legislation and governance (LRA, BCEA, EEA) with strong compliance and risk management experience
\n\tProven ability to lead forensic-style investigations and provide legal advice
\n\tSkilled advisor and coach to management on complex ER, Business Partners, and workforce issues
\n\tStrong conflict resolution, grievance and disciplinary facilitation capabilities
\n\tAnalytical thinker with ability to track, report and act on ER trends to inform strategy
\n\tHigh integrity and professional judgement with strong time management and prioritisation<\/p>\n
Duties and Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tDemonstrate Visible Felt Leadership by actively championing operational Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) and Risk standards through participation in and leadership of SHE campaigns, audits, incident investigations and remediation initiatives that strengthen a culture of authentic safety leadership
\n\tActively support the company\u2019s strategies and initiatives to promote a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace with a culture of accountability and care\u00a0\u00a0
\n\tActively lead ER team member operational delivery, talent management and performance enablement processes ensuring full development of teams
\n\tProvide specialist advice and guidance to management on employee relations matters, labour legislation, company policies and procedural compliance
\n\tLead and conduct discreet investigations on ER matters, including anonymous tip-offs, misconduct allegations and workplace complaints, ensuring thorough evidence gathering, analysis and documentation
\n\tLead and preside over disciplinary enquiries, grievance hearings and incapacity processes, ensuring procedural fairness and compliance with applicable labour legislation and company standards
\n\tRepresent the organisation in complex or high-risk employee relations matters and support case preparation for internal escalation or external dispute resolution forums where required
\n\tParticipate in ICAM and other formal investigation processes for serious incidents, providing employee relations input and compiling detailed investigation reports for submission to senior leadership.\u00a0
\n\tManage and maintain constructive engagement and relations with organised labour and employee representatives, supporting effective consultation, dispute prevention and resolution
\n\tOversee employee relations governance related to internal stakeholders and Business Partners, ensuring alignment with labour legislation, contractual obligations and company standards
\n\tMonitor employee relations trends, case outcomes and workplace climate indicators, providing insights and recommendations to management to mitigate risk and strengthen organisational effectiveness
\n\tDevelop and deliver awareness initiatives and guidance to leaders on employee relations policies, disciplinary procedures and fair labour practices
\n\tEnsure accurate recordkeeping, reporting and documentation of all employee relations cases, maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality, integrity and professional conduct
\n\tContribute to the implementation of employee relations programmes, programmes and interventions aimed at promoting a fair, respectful and legally compliant workplace<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.goldfields.co.za\/ ) or<\/p>\n
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