ER Advisor

As our Employee Relations Advisor of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety Health and Environment
  • Prioritize safety and health in all team interactions leading by example to achieve zero harm and prevent fatalities.
• Lead by example fostering a safety-first culture.
• Encourage open reporting of unsafe behaviours without fear of consequences.
  • Identify and address risks in the workplace using discipline-specific plans and operational risk management systems.
• Use operational risk management systems.
• Monitor critical control performance and integrate them into daily work practices.
  • Establish and maintain Safety and Health systems within the work area.
• Evaluate safety leadership skills in direct reports.
• Ensure team members are fit for duty and address issues as needed.
• Conduct safety interactions regular visual inspections and workplace audits.
• Conduct physical safety checks and provide coaching.
• Gather data for safety reports and KPIs.
• Report and rectify deficiencies.
• Conduct regular safety audits to ensure compliance and address any issues.
• Active participation in VFLs Risk Assessments and close-out of Safet Actions.
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
• Performance and Delivery:
  • Provide guidance and support to relevant stakeholders on all matters related to employee relations in compliance with Labour Legislation.
  • Ensure disciplinary cases and disputes are managed according to the mine relationship strategy.
  • Advise line management and HR personnel on policies procedures and labour legislation.
  • Maintain relations with trade unions to foster labour peace joint problem-solving and stability.
  • Promote a high level of competency among supervisors in handling disciplinary cases.
  • Manage diversity between recognised unions fairly and equitably.
  • Implement and ensure compliance with all agreements.
  • Deliver a high-level advisory service to the Mine and maintain the accuracy and integrity of employee relations information.
  • Analyze employee relations data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
  • Support and implement strategies plans and policies for effective labour relations as the operation requires.
  • Establish and maintain healthy relationships with all stakeholders.
  • Participate actively in consultation forums.
  • Coach stakeholders on relevant policies and communicate effectively.
  • Assess employment practices trends and provide appropriate advice.

This role is in People & Organisation (P&O) NC on a band 6.10 (D1) level reporting to Section Manager Employee Relations Sishen & Kolomela

Qualifications :

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Labour Law / Industrial Relations / HRM (NQF6)
• SA Drivers License

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years experience in employee relations advisory in a mining environment.
• Strong understanding of relevant labour laws collective bargaining processes and dispute resolution mechanisms within a unionised environment.
• Knowledge of the principles and tactics involved in union negotiations including handling grievances and managing labour disputes.
• Familiarity with company policies procedures and frameworks regarding employee relations including disciplinary codes and conflict resolution protocols.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and how these impact employee relations especially within unionised work environments.
• Understanding of collective agreements employment contracts and employee rights with the ability to interpret and advise on legal terms and conditions.

Additional Information :

Who we are

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve peoples lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that were also continually investing in new technologies from drones to data analytics that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time