Employee Relations Advisor

Profile

, South Africa

Job Family Group:

Human Resources Jobs

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

February 8, 2022

Business unit:

Human Resources

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

If you're a Human Resources (HR) professional with proven experience, we can offer you the opportunity to work at the heart of Employee Relations Team in one of the world’s largest corporations.

Where you fit in

Providing a world class HR experience to employees and line managers is essential in a changing and competitive landscape. As we transition to cleaner forms of energy, the challenge facing Shell and the wider energy industry in the coming decades is considerable. As an Human Resources professional, you have an important role in building a great place to work for our people, enabling them to be their best, which in turns supports Shell to be its best. You will be on the front line of creating exceptional HR experiences, provided HR support to employees and Managers.

What’s the role?

As an Employee Relations Advisor, you will be accountable for:


Manage local consultation processes and requirements in line with legal requirements and Care for People
Manage external risks and ensure compliance with external legislative requirements in terms of EEA, BCEA and LRA
Manage Shell South Africa’s Employment Equity requirements in terms of committee meetings, analysis, planning, target setting and completion of all required reports and online submissions
Manage and act as focal point in case of any audits by the Department of Labour
Support the annual BBBEE verification audit in terms of the Employment Equity items in the audit
Provide country specific Subject Matter Expert (SME) ER/IR advice
Act as trusted advisor/offer coaching for Line Managers (formal/informal)
Develop and leverage relationship with internal employee representative bodies
Translate global ER philosophy to local ER Strategy and plan
Run proactive interventions aimed at improving quality of leadership/ employee engagement through Line Managers
Develop and execute country specific culture and work environment programmes incl. health and welfare design and application
Drive and support an inclusive workforce and the overall D&I agenda for the Country as focal point
Manage high impact or high-risk individual or collective disciplinary, grievance or other ER/IR issues in line with Codes of good practice, LRA and case law.
Keeping our ER/IR policies relevant in line with all relevant local legislation
Ensure compliance to all policies and applicable legislation
Ensure an adequate representation of the company at the Bargaining Council in Conciliation, Arbitration and any administrative processes
Facilitate a communication of Shell People Survey (SPS) results and development of action plans for businesses/functions as SPS Focal Point
Develop and leverage relationship with the Bargaining Council and employer associations (NBCCI and NPEA)
Represent Shell externally as a recognised expert in country-specific issues
Prevent and manage industrial action
Set up local crisis management governance and manage HR angle of crisis in collaboration with key stakeholders like Country Chair, RE, Health and Services
Focal Point for Relative Response and Accounting for Safety of Staff (RRASS), activation of RRASS, managing the partnership agreements, arranging drills for testing
Sense (also through the line and HR Advice) what goes on in the organization and anticipate what topics can grow into grievances
Lead HR investigations, GHL complaints and other grievances
Ensure duty of care towards employees and contractors (worker welfare)
Capability and community building, upskilling of HR Team in terms of ER/IR
Ensure robust information & knowledge management relating to country specific ER/IR content
Collaborate with HR Expertise to ensure good solid knowledge of Labour Practices standards internally and keeping up to date with the external news and development
Coach HR Advisors and Line Managers on quality ER, Ethics & Compliance
Proactively manage and enable a healthy ER/IR environment in country, using data to proactively identify emerging ER/IR trends and define mitigations for potential future risks


What we need from you?

We’re keen to hear from HR professionals who have at least 5 years’ experience in a Human Resources role.

Beyond that, we’d like to see the following on your CV:


Bachelor's Degree or equivalent (in Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations or Human Resources)
At least 5 years’ experience in Employment Relations or HR Generalist and Management capacity within a Human Resources field.
Conflict Resolution, Presentations, Training and Facilitation, Business Strategic Planning and manufacturing philosophies & principles.
Knowledge of all labour legislations within South African context
Knowledge of EE and BBBEE requirements regarding HR elements
Candidate Commissioner Training at Accredited Institution would be advantageous


Scam Warning:

Shell does not request monetary payments (e.g. insurance policy, visa/work permit, HUET or HSSE training, special job offer, etc.) for employment. Individuals who are interested in opportunities within the Shell Group will find open positions listed on the company websites ****when available.

Shell does not make use of employment forms; neither does the Company process CVs that have not been submitted through the proper websites: ****. All successful applicants who receive an offer of employment from Shell would have been required to go through a formal and transparent recruitment process.

To learn more about Shell’s recruitment process please visit our website ****.

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The world faces energy challenges that are becoming more complex each day. We’re looking for people who share our passion for taking on those challenges with cutting edge technology, innovative thinking and a commitment to properly managed risk. Shell develops and operates some of the largest and most complex projects in the world and we always endeavour to work at the leading edge of technical innovation.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…


We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.


A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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DISCLAIMER:

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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