An Exciting Opportunity Exists for an HR Generalist based in Northriding

We are seeking a proactive, detail oriented, and solutions driven HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team based in Northriding. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, the successful incumbent will support the B. Braun Avitum business by delivering operational HR services, driving key people initiatives, and ensuring the effective execution of employee lifecycle processes. Working closely with managers and employees, the role will contribute to a positive employee experience while supporting the achievement of business and people objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment and onboarding process, partnering with business leaders to attract, select, and retain top talent while delivering a positive employee experience.
• Manage employee lifecycle administration, including HRIS maintenance, employee records management, and HR documentation.
• Administer payroll inputs and employee benefits, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Drive employee engagement and wellness initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Coordinate Employment Equity reporting, committee administration, and transformation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, labour legislation, HR best practices, and audit requirements.
• Prepare, analyse, and maintain accurate HR reports, records, and employee data to support informed business decisions.
• Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes, grievances, investigations, performance management, and incapacity processes.
• Manage learning and development administration, including employee development programmes, training coordination, and statutory SETA reporting.
• Provide practical HR guidance and support to managers across a broad range of employee and people-related matters.
• Support the implementation of HR initiatives, policies, and projects aligned to business and people objectives.

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Membership with the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) will be advantageous.
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years' progressive HR experience in a broad generalist role, with demonstrated responsibility for independently managing multiple HR disciplines across the employee lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience in recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience working with HR systems, HR reporting, and employee data management.
• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations matters, including disciplinary hearings, incapacity processes, grievance management, and CCMA cases.
• Demonstrated experience in Employment Equity, learning and development, payroll administration, benefits administration, and HR compliance.
• Experience providing HR support across Sub-Saharan Africa, including exposure to multi-country employment legislation, talent management, employee relations, and stakeholder management, will be advantageous.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• A proactive approach with strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• A passion for creating positive employee experiences and supporting business success through effective people practices.
• Ability to build credibility and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organisation.

Application Submission Requirements:

• Interested candidates who meet the requirements should submit their updated CV to recruitment.za@bbraun.com
• Please include the Job Title in the subject line of your application email.

Application Closing Date:

Friday, 30 October 2026

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement 

As a global company and an equal opportunity employer, B. Braun is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds. In line with the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998, and the Company's Employment Equity Plan, applications from designated groups are encouraged. Selection will be based on the inherent requirements of the role, relevant qualifications, skills, experience, and employment equity objectives.

If you meet the above requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining B. Braun; however, if you do not receive feedback within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.