NMISA: Senior Human Resources Practitioner Vacancy 2026

ByRainbow Time

The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the position of Senior Human Resources Practitioner. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience in a PFMA-regulated public entity to play a strategic leadership role within a nationally recognised organisation.

The successful candidate will provide high-level human resources support, guide organisational people strategies, strengthen governance and compliance, manage labour relations, and contribute to organisational effectiveness. This permanent position offers an attractive all-inclusive salary package and the opportunity to work closely with executive management and the Board.

Applicants with significant experience in public sector human resources, labour relations, employment equity, organisational development, and HR governance are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

Senior Human Resources Practitioner Job Details
  • Position: Senior Human Resources Practitioner
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Salary: R677,390.07 – R796,929.49 per annum (All Inclusive)
  • Closing Date: 03 July 2026
About the Position

The Senior Human Resources Practitioner will serve as a trusted strategic advisor to executive management while supporting the implementation of people management initiatives that align with NMISA’s strategic objectives.

The position requires an experienced HR leader capable of operating in a highly regulated public-sector environment governed by the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Responsibilities include overseeing labour relations, supporting organisational transformation, ensuring legislative compliance, strengthening governance structures, and contributing to workforce development initiatives.

The successful candidate will also work closely with executive leadership and Board committees by preparing reports, presenting HR matters, and providing strategic guidance on human capital issues.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must possess a completed postgraduate qualification or Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in one of the following fields:

  • Human Resources Management
  • Industrial or Organisational Psychology
  • Labour Relations
  • Labour Law
  • Employment Relations
  • People Management
  • Human Capital Management

Only completed qualifications will be considered.

Qualifications that are still in progress will not be accepted.

Applicants must clearly indicate all qualifications and fields of study on their CV.

Candidates with foreign qualifications must include a valid SAQA evaluation certificate with the application.

Experience Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of eight years’ experience in a strategic senior HR generalist position within a PFMA-regulated organisation or public entity.

The CV should clearly demonstrate experience in the following areas:

  • Labour relations management
  • HR policy development and review
  • CCMA representation
  • Bargaining Council proceedings
  • Labour Court matters
  • Executive disciplinary hearings
  • Executive grievance management
  • Board reporting
  • Board Committee presentations
  • Learning and Development
  • SETA compliance
  • Workplace Skills Plans (WSP)
  • Annual Training Reports (ATR)
  • B-BBEE skills development reporting
  • Organisational Development
  • Performance Management
  • Employment Equity implementation
  • Transformation programmes
  • Payroll oversight
  • Remuneration management
  • Employee benefits administration
  • Employee Wellness programmes
  • Internal HR audits
  • External HR audits
  • Compliance management within a PFMA environment

Experience gained within manufacturing, engineering, scientific, or technical institutions will be considered advantageous.

Essential Skills

The successful applicant must demonstrate strong expertise in several specialised HR disciplines.

Essential competencies include:

  • Extensive labour relations experience
  • Employer representation at the CCMA
  • Representation before Bargaining Councils
  • Labour Court experience
  • Conducting executive disciplinary hearings
  • Managing executive grievances
  • Thorough understanding of the Labour Relations Act (LRA)
  • Knowledge of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
  • Knowledge of the Employment Equity Act (EEA)
  • Strong understanding of South African labour legislation
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Word skills
  • Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills
  • Strong governance and compliance knowledge
  • Excellent numerical ability
  • Data analysis and interpretation skills
Advantageous Qualifications and Experience

Although not compulsory, the following will strengthen an application:

  • Master’s Degree in a relevant HR discipline
  • Professional registration with the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP)
  • HR experience within engineering organisations
  • Manufacturing industry experience
  • Science-based institutional experience
Key Responsibilities

The Senior Human Resources Practitioner will perform a wide range of strategic and operational responsibilities, including:

  • Providing strategic HR advice to Executive Management
  • Advising the Board on human resource matters
  • Supporting implementation of the organisational People Strategy
  • Aligning HR initiatives with the Strategic Plan
  • Supporting the Annual Performance Plan (APP)
  • Leading complex labour relations processes
  • Managing executive disciplinary hearings
  • Managing executive grievance procedures
  • Representing NMISA at the CCMA
  • Representing NMISA at Bargaining Councils
  • Representing NMISA in Labour Court proceedings
  • Preparing reports for the Board
  • Presenting reports to Board Committees
  • Supporting HR governance initiatives
  • Developing HR policies
  • Reviewing HR policies
  • Monitoring legislative compliance
  • Driving Employment Equity implementation
  • Supporting transformation programmes
  • Managing B-BBEE initiatives
  • Coordinating Learning and Development programmes
  • Supporting SETA compliance
  • Managing Workplace Skills Plans
  • Coordinating Annual Training Reports
  • Supporting organisational development initiatives
  • Driving performance management programmes
  • Supporting organisational culture transformation
  • Assisting with payroll governance
  • Supporting remuneration management
  • Overseeing employee benefits administration
  • Leading Employee Wellness initiatives
  • Managing HR audit processes
  • Supporting risk management initiatives
  • Building productive stakeholder relationships
  • Maintaining positive relationships with external partners
Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

  • Strategic thinking
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Excellent decision-making skills
  • Professional integrity
  • High ethical standards
  • Sound judgement
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent stakeholder management
  • Relationship-building ability
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Proactive approach
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Attention to detail
Employment Equity

NMISA is committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act.

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the job requirements and contribute towards the organisation’s employment equity objectives, cultural diversity, and gender representation.

Applications from persons living with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit three separate PDF documents.

These include:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Qualification certificate(s)

Each document must be saved separately using the following naming format:

  • Surname Name – CV.pdf
  • Surname Name – ID.pdf
  • Surname Name – Qualifications.pdf

For example:

  • Mokoena Thandi – CV.pdf
  • Mokoena Thandi – ID.pdf
  • Mokoena Thandi – Qualifications.pdf
Important Application Guidelines

Applications that fail to comply with the instructions will not be considered.

Please ensure the following:

  • Submit only one application.
  • Use the email subject line exactly as follows: Senior HR Practitioner.
  • Submit all documents in PDF format only.
  • Word documents will not be accepted.
  • JPEG or image files will not be accepted.
  • Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, or other cloud storage links will not be accepted.
  • The CV must be created directly as a PDF and not submitted as a scanned copy or photograph.
  • The applicant’s full name, cellphone number, and email address must appear at the top of the CV.
  • Certified ID copies and qualification certificates must be clear and legible.

Only fully compliant applications will proceed to the selection process.

Background Verification

By submitting an application, candidates provide consent for NMISA to conduct:

  • Criminal record verification
  • Credit checks where applicable
  • Qualification verification
  • Employment history verification

Personal information submitted during the recruitment process will be processed in accordance with applicable legislation.

How to Apply
  • Applications must be emailed to: [email protected]
  • Email Subject Line: Senior HR Practitioner

The closing date for applications is 03 July 2026.

Late applications or applications that do not meet the submission requirements are unlikely to be considered.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced human resources professionals seeking to contribute strategically within a nationally important public institution while advancing governance, organisational performance, employee wellbeing, and transformation initiatives in a highly regulated environment.