Assistant P&C Manager

The Oyster Box Hotel

DurbanTo be discussed during interview stageFull time

JOB SUMMARY:

To support the Hotel in delivering an exceptional employee experience aligned with the RCH standards. The role ensures effective people operations, fosters a positive workplace culture, and contributes to talent development, engagement, and compliance within a high-performance hospitality environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

· Grade 12 certificate; Diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent

· Must have at least 5 years’ experience as an HR Generalist

· At least 3 years in a Senior Management level

· Experience in HR related legislation

· Sound MS Office Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)

· Accuracy and attention to detail


PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

· Detail‑oriented with strong numerical accuracy

· Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work independently

· Trustworthy with high ethical standards

· Calm and composed under pressure

· Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

· Confident leadership and supervisory ability

· Excellent communication and handover skills

· Guest‑focused with a professional demeanor

· Well‑organized with effective time‑management skills

Key Performance Objectives:

To be a Red Carnation Hotel Ambassador by:

• Actively living our company mission and values and striving to deliver on our promise of “No Request too Large; No Detail too Small” at all times

• Owning and practicing our “Top 12” Service Standards every day in every interpersonal encounter whether with guests, colleagues or suppliers

• Ensuring that you a familiar with, and adhere to, the Hotel’s code of conduct as set out in the Employee handbook

• Creatively seeking opportunities to surprise and delight our guests by actively listening to them and building positive relationships and emotional connections

• Working together with your manager and team to be as effective and productive as possible by accepting constructive feedback and embracing all training and development opportunities made available to you

• Being aware of the emergency evacuation, security and fire procedures of the Hotel and to be constantly vigilant of the health, safety and security aspects; and reporting any risks to the Health and Safety Chairperson and/or Security Manager

• To actively seize opportunities to minimize our carbon footprint by reducing wastage as much as possible without compromising on guest service standards

• To be happy in your work environment, to make constructive observations to improve working conditions and maintain a culture of teamwork and guest orientated services

• Receive recruitment request from Department Heads

• Advertise, screen, interview and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions

• Ensure hiring aligns with the hotel’s brand, culture, and service excellence standards

• Manage onboarding and induction programs to ensure new hires integrate smoothly

• Support employer branding initiatives to attract high-caliber talent


Performance Management

• Ensure all employees have been issued with a Role Profile and goal setting established

• Administer the quarterly and annual performance review cycles, ensuring that Managers provide constructive feedback and goal setting

• Audit performance reviews and ensure quality assessments were conducted

• Communicate identified skills gap to Learning and Development Manager


Employee Relations and Engagement

• Act as a point of contact for employee grievances, conducting investigations and mediating workplace disputes.

• Assist Managers with the Investigation of disciplinary misconducts and offer IR expertise to the Initiator

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture


Culture and Employee Experience:

• Champion the hotel’s values, culture, and service standards

• Drive initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction, wellness, and retention

• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across the hotel

• Contribute to creating a “best place to work” environment


Benefits:

• Ensure employee are on the correct benefit plans

• Assist employees with Medical and Retirement Benefits

• Administer and monitor temporary and permanent disability process in line with the rules of the relevant benefit fund

• Manage the Employee Assistance Programme portfolio


P&C Compliance

• Ensure adherence to South African Labour Legislation and hospitality standards

• Assist in updating and implementing policies and procedures

• Advise and communicate P&C Policies and Procedures to all employees

• Maintain accurate, confidential employee database

• Support audits and compliance reviews

• Produce monthly reports


Employment Equity

• Secretariat in EE committee meetings

• Liaise with EE committee members regarding agenda points and meetings

• Co-ordinate EE activities

• Eradicate employee relations barriers

• Implementation of resolutions

• Secretariat in Employee Forum

Payroll

• Ensure accurate payroll submissions for new engagements, terminations, promotions and all payroll processes

• Verify attendance on time and attendance systems (Clock in and out) for payroll submissions

• Ensure data protection, confidentiality, and security protocols are followed.