Human Resources Generalist (Permanent) – Waterfall

Company: STADIO Higher Education
Location: Waterfall
Job level: Junior/Mid
Education level: Degree
Type: Permanent
Reference: #HR-WAT
Closing date: 15 March 2026

STADIO Higher Education is hiring for a Human Resources Generalist job in Waterfall. This role is operational and end-to-end, supporting the full employee lifecycle while partnering with management and staff across key HR functions.

Role Purpose

The HR Generalist role is comprehensive and hands-on, providing HR support across employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance support, HR administration, reporting, and compliance—while balancing business needs with a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

In this Human Resources Generalist job in Waterfall, you will be responsible for:

• Executing HR action plans aligned to the overall people strategy.
• Administering payroll-related remuneration and benefits, and managing staff queries.
• Maintaining and updating job descriptions, job grading, employment contracts, and accurate employee records.
• Managing recruitment processes: advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Facilitating offboarding and exit administration.
• Providing employee relations support (discipline, grievances, and policy guidance).
• Representing the employer at the CCMA.
• Compiling HR reports for management and statutory compliance.
• Partnering with academic and administrative units on talent management, people development, and employee engagement.
• Coaching leaders on performance management, conflict resolution, and change management.
• Supporting culture development and continuous improvement using employee engagement metrics.
• Acting as a trusted HR advisor with strong professional judgement and confidentiality.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management (or related).
• Minimum 5 years’ operational HR experience, preferably within private higher education.
• Experience working with an HR information system (HRIS).
• Proven experience in industrial relations and CCMA representation.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of South African labour law and employment legislation.
• Excellent organisational and administrative ability with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and a customer service mindset.
• Professional, empathetic, confident, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.

How to Apply

Email your application to humanresources@stadio.ac.za and include the reference: #HR-WAT in the subject line.

Applications close: 15 March 2026