Illovo Sugar (South Africa) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Human Resources (HR) Officer (C3) at Head Office. The role reports to the HR and Services Manager and is responsible for supporting overall human resources plans to enable business objectives, including employee lifecycle management, recruitment and onboarding support, performance management guidance, accurate HR data management, and compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

The successful candidate should hold a relevant degree in Business, Human Resources, or Organisational Psychology, with 3–5 years’ experience in a similar HR role. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support line management and employees across HR processes are essential. Interested applicants should email a detailed CV and certified copies of qualifications to issahovacancies@illovo.co.za.

• Position: Human Resources (HR) Officer (C3) – Readvertised
• Site: Head Office
• Closing Date: 30 January 2026

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of HR Officer within the Human Resources Department. The position reports to the HR and Services Manager.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for supporting the overall HR plans to enable the achievement of business objectives.

Key Performance Areas

• Work with employees and First Line Managers (FLMs) to ensure adherence to minimum standards across the employee life cycle (hire to retire).
• Ensure accurate data to support talent analysis, succession development, and retention within the business unit.
• Ensure talent review data is updated as required.
• Provide recruitment and onboarding support for appointments within the business unit.
• Administer employee engagement surveys and support related action plans.
• Provide support during employee exits within the business unit.
• Support the improvement of labour productivity (e.g. overtime management, leave, allowances).
• Support effective localisation and diversity initiatives.
• Adhere to HR functional excellence and minimum standards.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Provide first-level HR query resolution relating to payroll, benefits, organisational structures, time and attendance, and policies, escalating matters to the HR and Services Manager when required.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management.
• Support Learning and Development (L&D) in identifying training needs and individual coaching requirements, and follow up to ensure objectives are met.
• Support change management initiatives within the business unit.
• Work with line management and HR Services to ensure HR systems (e.g. organograms) and employee master data are kept up to date.
• Support employee well-being through the implementation and evaluation of initiatives.
• Provide advice and guidance on employee misconduct and poor performance, ensuring compliance with best practice and relevant employment legislation.
• Ensure accurate capturing, management, and maintenance of HR information.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies, and guidelines, including SHERQ, Competition Law, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Minimum Specifications / Requirements

• Degree in Business, Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years’ experience within HR in a similar role.
• Demonstrable track record and relevant experience at a similar level.
• Key Culture Attributes: Demonstrates commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork; communicates effectively and leads with people at the centre of decision-making.

How to Apply

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Human Resources (HR) Officer (C3) at Illovo Sugar (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd, Head Office. The role reports to the HR and Services Manager and is responsible for supporting overall human resources plans to enable business objectives. Key responsibilities include employee lifecycle management, recruitment and onboarding support, performance management guidance, HR data accuracy, compliance with labour legislation, employee engagement initiatives, and the promotion of organisational policies, procedures, and best practices.

The position requires a relevant degree in Business, Human Resources, or Organisational Psychology, with 3–5 years’ experience in a similar HR role. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to support line management and employees across HR processes are essential. Interested applicants should email a detailed CV and certified copies of qualifications to issahovacancies@illovo.co.za.

All internal employees must complete the Internal Application Form and obtain the relevant signatures when applying for vacancies.

Closing date: 30 January 2026

Appointment will be made in line with the Employment Equity Plan. If you have not been contacted within four (4) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Additional Information

Applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment screening tests. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to complete security assessment forms that grant consent for ILLOVO SUGAR (SOUTH AFRICA) (PTY) LTD to conduct background checks, including identity verification, credit checks, criminal record checks, and reference checks.

Should an applicant withhold or withdraw consent before or during the processing of personal and/or special personal information, Illovo will be unable to complete the required screening. This may result in the application being considered incomplete and therefore unsuccessful.