Deputy Director: Employee Relations

Manage and coordinate labour relations and collective bargaining functions within the Department. Provide advice and support to management on labour relations matters, disciplinary processes, grievances, misconduct, incapacity and dispute resolution. Coordinate and monitor the implementation of labour relations policies, procedures and collective agreements. Represent the Department in disciplinary hearings, conciliations, arbitrations and negotiations at relevant bargaining council structures, including the Public Service Coordinating Bargaining Council. Facilitate sound employer–employee relations and promote labour peace within the Department. Monitor compliance with labour legislation, collective agreements and departmental policies. Analyse labour relations trends and case law, and develop intervention strategies to address workplace conflict and misconduct. Compile reports, submissions and statistics on labour relations matters. Liaise with organised labour, management and relevant stakeholders on labour relations and collective bargaining matters. Supervise staff and ensure effective management of resources within the component.