Director - Human Resources

Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

• Providing decisive leadership and strategic direction for the comprehensive management of Human Resources policies and programs across KMT;
• Spearheading the development and execution of innovative strategies that drive business growth, elevate employee engagement and retention, ensure exceptional safety and wellness standards, and strengthen management-employee relations;
• Critically evaluating and refining Human Resources policies to address shortcomings, align with regulatory standards, and meet organizational needs;
• Ensuring absolute compliance with employment laws and regulations while proactively mitigating legal and reputational risks for the company;
• Crafting and implementing forward-thinking strategies to attract top-tier talent and embed the organization's core values within every aspect of the employee lifecycle;
• Collaborating with executive leadership and employees to cultivate a robust, inclusive, and high-performing organizational culture that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent;
• Championing employment equity, fairness, and transparency through the organization;
• Driving the creation of transformative training and development frameworks to meet immediate and future skill demands, positioning the organization as a leader in talent development; and
• Overseeing dynamic performance management and skills development initiatives that align with and propel operational excellence and strategic transformation goals.

Minimum Skills required.

• A Degree in Human Resources Management or related field is required;
• Studies in Business Administration or equivalent would be an added advantage;
• A minimum of 15 years’ Human Resources  experience is required, with at least 8 of those years in a senior management position within a manufacturing, engineering, or mining environment;
• Proven experience in developing and executing change management plans aligned with business objectives;
• Good working knowledge of labour laws regulations and HR practices;
• Demonstrated ability to see the big picture and provide useful and strategic advice and input across the company;
• Must have good understanding and working knowledge of BBBEE and Mining Charter;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); and
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

Behavioural Competencies required.

• Must demonstrate an agile mindset and with the ability to maintain a positive and solution-oriented attitude;
• Must create  an environment that motivates individuals to develop innovative solutions that deliver measurable value to both existing and potential customers, whether internal or external;
• Listens actively and communicates clearly across all levels,  with an ability to navigate competing interests to find common ground; and
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally when required.