HR BUSINESS PARTNER (HOSPITALITY & MNFR) - ZAR 1.2 MILLION pa - DURBANVILLE & GREENPOINT DUAL LOCATION ROLE Role: Senior HR Business PartnerLocation: Green Point and Durbanville, Cape Town Overview An established and fast‑growing investment group operating across multiple business sectors such as luxury hospitality, manufacturing and property development and investment are looking for a Senior HR Business Partner to build and lead the people function across the organisation. This is a hands‑on role for a seasoned HR professional who thrives in operational environments and enjoys shaping culture from the ground up. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership to create a workplace where teams feel supported, developed and proud to contribute. The group is looking for someone with a strong presence, practical judgment and a genuine care for people. A natural “mother‑hen” style leader who can build trust across both management and frontline teams will thrive in this environment. Key Responsibilities Culture & People Leadership Help define and embed a strong, positive organisational culture across all divisions. Build trust with staff at every level, from management to operational teams. Act as a visible and approachable HR partner across sites. Industrial Relations & Employee Relations Manage all aspects of IR and employee relations. Handle disciplinary processes, grievances and labour matters in a fair and compliant manner. Ensure labour legislation compliance and maintain strong HR governance. HR Operations Establish practical HR policies, procedures and frameworks suited to operational businesses. Oversee employee lifecycle processes including recruitment, onboarding, performance management and retention. Provide HR guidance to leadership on workforce planning and organisational structure. Recruitment & Talent Development Lead end‑to‑end recruitment across operational and professional roles. Build talent pipelines and strengthen employer brand. Design onboarding processes that integrate employees into the culture quickly. Training & Development Identify skills gaps and design training programmes for operational teams. Coordinate practical training initiatives such as financial literacy programmes and workplace development workshops. Support leadership development within the business. HR Systems & Reporting Implement HR systems and reporting frameworks to support efficient people management. Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation. Requirements Relevant HR qualification (Degree or equivalent). 7+ years HR experience, with significant exposure in operational environments. Experience within hospitality, manufacturing or similar operational industries highly advantageous. Strong Industrial Relations experience essential. Proven experience operating as a true HR Business Partner, working closely with leadership teams. Demonstrated ability to build HR structures and culture within growing businesses. Comfortable working across multiple sites. Personal Attributes Naturally supportive and people‑centred leadership style. High emotional intelligence with the ability to build trust quickly. Practical, solutions‑focused approach to HR challenges. Strong communicator able to engage both executives and frontline staff. Organised, structured and able to operate independently. Benefits Competitive salary package Opportunity to shape the culture of a growing business group from the ground up. Work directly with leadership in a strategic and operational HR role. Influence training, people development and long‑term organisational culture. Exposure to a diverse and dynamic operational environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr