HR Administrator

Minimum Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• HR certification is advantageous.

• Minimum of 2–3 years' experience as an HR Administrator, preferably within a hotel, lodge, resort, or hospitality environment.
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, and employee administration.
• Previous payroll administration support experience is advantageous.
• Experience using HRIS and payroll software.

• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation, including BCEA, LRA, EEA, and Skills Development legislation.
• Understanding of hospitality HR operations, including shift-based staffing and seasonal recruitment.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems such as Sage VIP, Payspace, or similar.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Professional, ethical, and trustworthy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Positive, approachable, and service-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic hospitality environment.
• Passionate about people development and delivering exceptional internal customer service.

• Valid South African driver's licence (preferred).
• Own reliable transport is advantageous.
• Willingness to work weekends, public holidays, and flexible hours when operationally required.
• Ability to work in a lodge or hotel environment, including remote locations where applicable.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

• Experience within a luxury lodge, hotel, or resort environment.
• Knowledge of Skills Development, Employment Equity, and B-BBEE reporting.
• Experience coordinating staff accommodation, uniforms, and employee welfare programmes.
• Familiarity with hospitality HR systems and workforce planning.
• Ability to support multiple departments in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong understanding of hospitality service standards and company culture.