Human Resource & Risk Generalist

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced HR & Risk Generalist to join their manufacturing operation in Namibia.

This role is suited to a hands-on professional with strong Human Capital expertise, in-depth employee relations experience, and practical exposure to Health, Safety and Risk Management within a manufacturing environment.

Human Capital Governance & Administration: Implement and maintain Human Capital policies and procedures aligned to Namibian legislation.

Manage Human Capital governance documentation and document control.

Coordinate site HC initiatives aligned to Group HC strategy.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Manage end-to-end recruitment for Namibia in compliance with the Labor Act, 2007.

Process job requisitions, appointment requests, and movement forms.

Ensure approvals align with company approval metrics.

Coordinate onboarding and annual Return-to-Work inductions.

Load new employees on HR and payroll systems timeously.

Learning & Development: Coordinate training interventions in line with the training calendar.

Track training attendance and compliance.

Submit training needs analysis and training metrics.

Liaise with NTA regarding training levy compliance (where applicable). Employee Relations, Compliance & Union Liaison: Handle grievances and disciplinary processes in collaboration with IR and HC management.

Prepare charge sheets, notices of enquiry, and disciplinary documentation.

Represent the company at the Office of the Labour Commissioner (reconciliation). Maintain accurate, confidential ER records.

Ensure procedural fairness and legislative compliance.

Engage with unions as required for employee representation, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution.

Monitor and manage union membership interactions and compliance with union agreements.

Act as a point of contact for union inquiries or requests.

Reporting & Data Analytics: Compile and submit monthly Human Capital reports.

Prepare quarterly continuous improvement reports.

Maintain the vacancy matrix.

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all HC reporting.

Employee Termination: Manage end-to-end offboarding processes.

Conduct exit interviews.

Process system terminations and payroll submissions.

Prepare relieving letters and Certificates of Service.

Risk, Health & Safety Functions Health & Safety Coordination: Implement OHS programs in line with Namibian OHS Regulations.

Coordinate Safety Committee meetings.

Maintain appointments for Safety Representatives, First Aiders, and Fire Marshals.

Conduct monthly SHE and Risk audits and corrective actions.

Maintain H&S documentation, registers, and policies.

Coordinate occupational medicals and hearing tests.

Investigate incidents and accidents and determine root causes.

Manage contractor H&S compliance.

Conduct fire drills and evacuation simulations.

Risk Reporting & Compliance: Compile DIFR, audit, risk, and monthly safety reports.

Ensure compliance with OHS Regulations and Employees’ Compensation Act.

Identify hazards and implement preventative measures.

Maintain accurate reporting within legal timeframes.

Safety Culture & Security Liaison: Drive safety culture through toolbox talks and safety campaigns.

Liaise with security on safety and emergency procedures.

Maintain XGRC system updates and dashboards.

Duties and responsibilities are, however, not limited to this, all reasonable and lawful requests within your scope of work/abilities given by management are to be followed whether this is inside or outside the factories.