JUNIOR INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT

Anticipated period of interviewing: September/October 2026

JUNIOR INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT

Nelspruit/Mbombela, Mpumalanga

(Full-time position – Remote working)

APPLICATION CUT-OFF DATE: 18 SEPTEMBER 2026

Interested applicants who meet the criteria must submit a motivational letter for employment and a detailed CV, with proof of qualifications, a valid driver’s licence, proof of personal motor vehicle, work experience, a remote home office, and employment references to choert@eohcb.com on or before 18 September 2026.

Only applications with supporting documentation and evidence received via choert@eohcb.com will be considered.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted for an interview.

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:

• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, or Labour Law.
• Minimum 2-4 years proven experience in industrial and labour relations, including dispute resolution processes at Bargaining Council and/or CCMA level, administration functions, financial management, and business development.
• Proven track record of initiating and chairing disciplinary hearings and recruiting new business opportunities.
• Computer Literate in Microsoft Office Suite, Artificial Intelligence, and Virtual/Digital engagement platforms.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Professional, well-groomed, and confident.
• Willing and able to travel locally and nationally, and have a valid driver’s licence and reliable personal motor vehicle.
• Ability to work remotely, independently, under pressure, multi-task, and meet targets and deadlines.
• No criminal convictions.
• Have a fully functional remote workstation (including office furniture), stable and reliable internet connection, and electricity backup system.
• Available as of September/October 2026.
• Must reside in Nelspruit/Mbombela.

ADVANTAGES:

• Knowledge of Employers’ Organisations and Bargaining Councils – History, Functions, Processes and Structures.
• Knowledge and experience within the Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty, and Skincare Industry.
• Experience working on Microsoft Dynamics
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out administrative, secretarial, and accounting functions for the province
• Recruit new members for the Organisation (Business Development).
• Assist and ensure members are compliant in terms of the industry’s Main Collective Agreement, South African Employment and Labour Legislation, and the Constitution of the Organisation.
• Provide members with sound Industrial and Labour relations support, including representing members at the Bargaining Council/CCMA in dispute resolution.
• Initiate and represent members in internal disciplinary hearings and/or consultations, and chair disciplinary hearings.
• Build and manage professional relationships with employers, suppliers, and industry role players.
• Maintain and provide accurate and complete records and reports.
• Develop, manage and present projects & events associated with the Organisation.
• Professional interaction and liaison with Bargaining Council agents and Trade Union representatives.
• Handling and resolving queries from and on behalf of members.
• Weekly planning and attending to scheduled appointments and meetings.
• Plan and host events focused on the core and elective services of the Organisation.

REMUNERATION:

• Monthly Basic Salary – R18 000.00
• Monthly Mobile Data Allowance - R99.00
• Monthly Internet Allowance - R371.00
• Employer SDL Contribution - 1% of monthly salary bill
• Employer UIF Contribution - 1% of employee's monthly gross earnings
• Monthly Travel Cost Subsidy - To be discussed in the interview
• 13th Cheque & Incentive Scheme - To be discussed in the interview
• Business Development Commission - To be discussed in the interview

Note: If you are not willing to accept this remuneration package, please do not apply for this position.

WORKING TOOLS PROVIDED:

• Company laptop & accessories.
• Travel logbook.
• Cellphone handset.

ABOUT THE EOHCB:

The Employers’ Organisation for Hairdressing, Cosmetology and Beauty (EOHCB) is a constituted registered Employers’ Organisation as per the Labour Relations Act, 66 of 1995, and has been representing its members since 1947.

The EOHCB is an organisation that promotes the interests of its members by protecting and supporting the needs of employers through Collective Bargaining and Labour Relations assistance and development.

The EOHCB is the only employers’ organisation within South Africa that is a party to the National Bargaining Council for Hairdressing, Cosmetology, Beauty, and Skincare Industry and that engages in collective bargaining on behalf of its members - the employers and legal owners of the industry.

We continuously strive to provide our members with a full range of services and benefits and endeavour to address the needs of our members with integrity, professionalism, and sound business practice.

The organisation represents employers on a regular basis at the Bargaining Council and CCMA level, for dispute resolution through conciliation and arbitration. The EOHCB also engages in collective bargaining where conditions of employment and salaries are negotiated on behalf of employers through meaningful consultation for the industry.

The EOHCB prides itself on the confidence, experience, knowledge, and proficiency its employees possess. With offices throughout South Africa, employers are consulted and represented by a team of professionals who add value to business and provide various mediums for interaction and facilitation suitable to individual labour and business needs.

OUR MISSION

To serve our members by:

• Providing excellent labour relations support
• Influencing industry-related education and training
• Encouraging excellent business ethics and standards
• Recognising and awarding service excellence

OUR OBJECTIVES

• To provide sound labour advice to our members
• To ensure compliance with the Collective Agreement
• To protect the interests of our members in the Collective Bargaining process
• To represent members in all matters arising from labour disputes
• To keep members informed of changes in Labour Legislation and industry
• To assist in the preparation of labour-related documentation in the workplace
• To act as a positive intermediary between employers and employees

OUR VISION

To create a World Class Fraternity of Hairdressing, Cosmetology, and Beauty Employers who are dedicated to Excellence in their Profession.

Pay: R18 470,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you reside in Nelspruit/Mbombela? If YES, where in Nelspruit/Mbombela (Suburb) do you reside?
• Do you hold a formal qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, or Labour Law? If YES, please provide an overview of your qualifications.
• Do you have a minimum of 2 - 4 years’ experience in Industrial and Labour Relations and Business Development? If YES, please provide an overview of your experience.
• Do you have a remote workstation at home with office furniture, WIFI, and backup electricity resources? If YES, please provide an overview of your remote workplace facilities.
• Do you have a reliable and working personal motor vehicle?
• Do you have a valid driver’s license?
• Do you have a minimum of 2- 4 years’ experience in representing employers in dispute resolution at the CCMA and/or Bargaining Council? If YES, please provide an overview of your experience.
• Do you have a minimum of 2- 4 years’ experience in initiating disciplinary hearings on behalf of an employer? If YES, please provide an overview of your experience.
• Do you have a minimum of 2- 4 years’ experience as an Industrial Relations Consultant? If YES, please provide an overview of your exp