Human Resource Officer (M/F)

About the role

Africa Global Logistics Namibia is looking for a full-time, permanent Human Resource Officer based in Walvis Bay. The officer manages and coordinates day-to-day HR activities across the operational divisions, acting as the main point of contact for employees and line management on HR matters. The role covers recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, training and development, policy implementation and HR administration.

Key responsibilities

• Recruitment and staffing: coordinate recruitment from vacancy approval to appointment, advertise vacancies, screen applications, arrange interviews, run pre-employment checks, prepare contracts and offer letters, maintain recruitment records and coordinate onboarding, transfers, promotions and exits.
• Onboarding and training: coordinate inductions, ensure onboarding documentation is complete, maintain training and development records, coordinate mandatory and operational training, and support learnerships and internships.
• Employee relations: act as first point of contact, prepare disciplinary, grievance and investigation documentation, coordinate hearings and meetings, support engagement initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies and labour legislation.
• HR administration and compliance: maintain employee records and personnel files, monitor attendance and leave, prepare HR reports and workforce statistics, support audits and statutory reporting, and track licences and certifications.
• Performance management: coordinate probation reviews, confirmations and appraisals, monitor performance improvement plans and keep performance records.
• Policies and projects: support implementation of HR policies, promote consistent HR practice across entities, assist with wellness, engagement and retention initiatives and take part in HR projects.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, Labour Relations or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of HR experience, with significant exposure to employee and labour relations.
• Proven experience managing disciplinary processes, grievances, investigations and conflict resolution.
• Sound understanding of Namibian labour legislation, disciplinary procedures and HR best practices.
• Experience in transport, logistics, port, mining or an operational environment is advantageous.
• Experience advising managers on employee relations and performance management matters.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems.
• Valid driver's licence.