HR Officer-Windhoek

The FP du Toit Transport Group has since its formation in 1968, diversified from a solely long-haul operation to one which includes Jet.X Couriers (an express road and air courier service), Pro Parcel (a part-load and distribution operation), as well as Wesbank Transport (cross border and national transport). This is In line with our strategy to offer our clients a complete range of services to satisfy all their logistical requirements.

POSITION: Human Resources Officer
REPORTS TO: Group Human Resources Manager
DUTY STATION: Windhoek

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compile, maintain and update employee records, including leave administration (hard and soft copies)
• Responsible for the recruitment process (Including NIEIS advertising, short listing, and interviewing)
• Payroll processing of 100+ employees (monthly/weekly and 3rd party payment requisitions)
• Pension fund administration (new entrants and withdrawals)
• Medical Aid administration (new members, amendments, and terminations)
• Co-ordinate employee wellness and engagement programs within the Group
• Training and development (Maintaining a training register, succession planning and VET/SDL claims)
• Coordination and ensuring procedures are adhered to with regard to disciplinary procedures, grievances and incapacity inquiries.
• Investigation of misconduct and issuing disciplinary notices when needed.
• Collecting evidence and compiling documents for disciplinary action and Con/Arb cases.
• Weekly preparation and compiling of IR report (Disciplinary actions, IOD`s etc) for the HRM to review.
• Knowledge and practical experience with recruitment and NIEIS system.
• Any other duties required by the Group Human Resources Manager.

The suitable applicant will have:

• A valid Grade 12 certificate (minimum 30 points);
• Diploma/Degree with minimum of 5 years’ experience in a HR environment; or
8 years applied experience in an HR environment.
• Knowledge of the Namibian and South African Labour Statutes and other HR Compliance laws.
• Knowledge of Sage 300 People will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Jarrison will be an added advantage.
• Advance level of Computer skills (MS Office);
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities and able to work according to strict deadlines.
• Good English communications skills – understand, read and write.
• A high level of accuracy and a high regard for attention to detail.
• The ability to effectively work with a diverse workforce.
• Professional and confident attitude with a high regard for confidentiality.
• Valid Namibian driver’s license with sober habits.
• The ability to take accountability and work independently.
• The ability to take own initiative.

Suitably qualified candidates from previously disadvantage groups are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your cover letter, curriculum vitae and supporting documents, to the HR Officer, E-mail: recruitment@fpdt.na, indicating the position in the subject line.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and no CV’s will be returned.

CLOSING DATE: 10 September 2025