Labour Relations Officer Jobs

Labour Relations Officer Position – uMlalazi Municipality

Position Details

Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Salary Range: R451,556.51 – R586,135.42 per annum (Task Grade 13)
Benefits: Cellphone & Data Allowance (per council policy)
Notice Number: HR 19/2025

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree in Labour Relations, HR Management, or Law (Labour Law specialization)
• 4 years’ experience in Industrial Relations
• Expertise in labour legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA)
• Valid Code B driver’s license
• Computer literacy
• Strong negotiation & communication skills

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations across all organizational levels
• Oversee disciplinary processes & grievance procedures
• Advise on labour legislation compliance
• Facilitate dispute resolutions & collective bargaining
• Prepare reports for management committees
• Support employment equity initiatives

Required Competencies

Core Skills:
Problem Solving • Attention to Detail • Policy Implementation

Functional Skills:
Conflict Resolution • Ethical Practice • Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills:
Stakeholder Engagement • Effective Communication

Application Note: Qualified candidates should submit applications through the uMlalazi Municipal website. No application fees required at any stage of recruitment.

uMlalazi Municipality promotes employment equity. Preference given to designated groups in compliance with national regulations.