HR Administrator (4-Month Maternity Cover)
📍 Location: Ackermans Support Centre
🏢 Department: Human Resources (HR)
💼 Position: HR Administrator
📄 Employment Type: 4-Month Contract (Maternity Cover)
Join the Ackermans HR Team!
Ackermans is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented HR Administrator to provide administrative support across multiple business units during a four-month maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with HR administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and delivering exceptional service to internal stakeholders.
As an HR Administrator, you will assist with day-to-day HR operations, support people initiatives, maintain accurate employee records, and help ensure HR processes run efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the HR team.
- Maintain and update personnel records in line with the POPI Act.
- Support HR processes and people initiatives.
- Assist with HR information systems (HRIS).
- Provide excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure accurate record keeping and meet deadlines.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling employee information.
- Assist with HR administration and related tasks as required.
Minimum Requirements
Essential
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- 1–2 years’ experience in an HR administrative or HR support role.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Advantageous
- Retail industry experience.
- HR and Payroll administration experience.
- Degree or National Diploma in Human Resource Management, or currently studying towards one.
- Ability to communicate in a second South African official language.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Customer service orientation.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Reliability and accountability.
- Adaptability and resilience in a changing environment.
Why Apply?
This contract opportunity offers valuable experience within one of South Africa’s leading retail companies. It is ideal for HR professionals looking to expand their experience while working with an experienced Human Resources team.