Title:  People Practitioner

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Immediate Superior: People Business Partner Distillery & Paarl Cluster
Location: Stellenbosch, Cape Town
Function: People
Sub Function: Business Partnering - Supply Chain
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 155007
Closing Date: 10/04/2026

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position to be based in Paarl, Western Cape, providing a generalist HR Service to the Paarl Cluster (Monis and Nederburg). This position reports directly to the People Business Partner: Distilleries & Paarl Cluster.

Purpose:

The role is accountable for the business partner relationship to deliver the People strategy and working with line managers within the Function. To enable bottom line growth and the achievement of business plans and overall strategic direction of the business/organization. 

Key performance areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Optimisation of HR policies, procedures, work instructions and processes
• Recruitment and selection of competent people in accordance with Labour law and company policies
• Effective handling of IR processes (Disciplinary/Grievance) in conjunction with the HRBP
• Execute and coordinate performance management at plant level
• Effective planning, coordination and execution of training events at plant level according to training policies and procedures
• Conduct regular HR user satisfaction surveys
• Assist in compiling annual Personnel and Training budgets
• Monitoring, reporting and declaring variances on Personnel and Training budgets.
• Assist in keeping the plant organisational structure updated and accurate
• Timeous and accurate weekly & monthly HR reporting
• Assist in establishing sound relationships and networks with all stakeholders. 
• Assist in ensuring a sound IR Climate
• Ensure HR administration is done timeously and accurately
• Monitor and control of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ad hoc duties when required

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications; attributes; experience and skills:

• Diploma or Degree in HR Management or Industrial Psychology
• 2-3 years’ experience in HR within a unionised environment
• A sound knowledge of all relevant labour laws is essential
• Demonstrated competencies in recruitment and selection practices, training and development and improving employee relations are essential
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail and customer service orientated
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Well-developed consultation and influencing skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Proven computer literacy in Ms Office
• Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel locally between sites when required
• A valid EB (code 8) driver’s license with own reliable transport essentia

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.