Human Capital Business Partner (Re-Advertisement) at The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS)

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Job Description

Reference NumberSAB251104-2
Job TitleHuman Capital Business Partner (Re-Advertisement)
Job TypePermanent
BranchCorporate Services
DivisionHuman Capital Management
DepartmentHuman Capital Management
Job GradeD2

Purpose Statement


To provide generalist human capital business partnering services to SABS and to drive compliance with the SABS Human Capital policies and procedures nationally. 


About SABS


The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.


SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Job Industry

Human Resource Management

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

Functional Management

  • Implement the strategic objectives of the Human Capital Management function within all business units.
  • Implement and attend to the day-to-day general Human Capital requirements of lines of business within area of control.
  • Develop an understanding of the business and provide solutions tailor-made for business needs.
  • Ensure that relevant projects are managed and implemented within set timeframes, and as per the project scope and plan, and track and report on the project status.
  • Adhere to sound project management principles such as analysis, scope, risk mitigation, change management, and project learnings.
  • Provide guidance to line management and employees and implement sound employee relations initiatives and practices, within scope of control.

Risk and Compliance Management

  • Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
  • Provide input and review Human Capital policies and procedures as required.
  • Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain quality risk management standards in line with ISO and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Management

  • Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.
  • Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
  • Convene and attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.
  • Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Social Science or a related field
  • NQF level 7
  • South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) registration is preferred.
  • 8 years’ relevant work experience in human resources
  • 4 years specialist experience
  • Proven track record in driving and implementing generalised human capital business partnering initiatives within a corporate environment
  • Must have experience in Employee Relations, Recruitment & Selection, Performance Management, Change Management, Talent Management as well as Learning & Development.

Application Process

Close Date

24/11/2025