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Overview

Tailored HR Services for Every Business Need.

Talent Management

Recruitment and selection are at the heart of talent management and a key specialty within the HR field. Making the right employer-employee match is critical to achieving organizational goals and ensuring long-term success aligned with the company’s vision.

We structure our process as follows:

We analyse the job function as well as the type of person required
We determine the key performance areas as well as the outputs of the position
Develop a profile, based on skills, attributes and knowledge that require of the candidate
We advertise the vacancy in various online portals
We evaluate CV’s and shortlist based on the criteria in the advert and invite to first interview
We conduct structured telephonic reference checks prior to invitation to final interview with clients
We give advice on selection of the appropriate applicant
We also advise client on market-related salary package
Make offer to candidate
We handle contracting as well as company policies

Remuneration

The determination of fair and market related remuneration for an organisation’s personnel, requires a systematic and thorough evaluation.

Remuneration is recognised as an important method for reinforcing corporate culture and promoting the right behaviours while also supporting the achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Objectives of a remuneration strategy:

Attract and retain the necessary skilled employees within the business
Promote and reward employees with the correct behaviours within the business that drives the vision, mission and values of the business
Ensure that remuneration is fair and equitable for employees across the business
Motivate employees to increase their productivity and continually improve their performance and output
Control employee remuneration costs across the business

Comply with workplace laws and regulations.

HR Policies

Effective HR policies are extremely important, as they provide clarity, consistency, structure, security, control and fairness within an organisation.

This ensures compliance with relevant employment legislation and informs employees of the Company’s expectations and their own responsibilities.

Comprehensive HR Policies has the following objectives:

Compliance with all employment legislation and best practices.
Facilitates the practical implementation of best practice for the unique needs of the organisation.
Provides clarity to management and employees on employment legislation, policies, best practice and expected norms / behaviour in a user-friendly manner.
Provides a consistent and clear response across the company in dealing with situations.
Ensures that the organisation is better equipped to defend claims of breach of employer obligations.

At SSFA HR services, we have various training programs for managers, supervisors and operational employees, which include amongst others the following:

Training & Development

Training and development initiatives are educational activities within an organisation that are designed to improve the job performance of an individual or group.

These programs typically involve advancing an employee’s knowledge and skill sets and instilling greater motivation to enhance job performance.

Benefits of employee training and development programs include:

Employee training and development programs offer significant benefits for both employees and organizations. Here are some key advantages:

Enhanced Skills and Productivity – Employees gain new skills, improving efficiency and overall performance.
Increased Employee Confidence and Engagement – Training fosters a sense of value and motivation, leading to higher job satisfaction.
Better Retention and Reduced Turnover – Employees who see growth opportunities are more likely to stay with the company.
Improved Innovation and Problem-Solving – Continuous learning encourages creative thinking and adaptability.
Stronger Leadership and Career Growth – Development programs prepare employees for leadership roles and career advancement.

Performance Management

Performance management is an ongoing process that helps organisations monitor, evaluate, and improve employee performance to align with business goals.

It involves setting clear expectations, providing continuous feedback, and supporting employees in achieving their objectives

The benefits of having performance contracts in place:

Performance contracts offer several advantages for organisations and employees by ensuring accountability, efficiency, and goal alignment.

Clear Expectations – They define specific objectives, responsibilities, and measurable outcomes, reducing ambiguity.
Improved Accountability – Employees and service providers are held responsible for meeting agreed-upon performance standards.
Enhanced Productivity – By focusing on results rather than processes, performance contracts encourage efficiency and innovation.
Better Resource Allocation – Organisations can optimize resources by linking compensation or incentives to actual performance.
Stronger Employee Motivation – Clear goals and rewards foster engagement and commitment to achieving targets.
Effective Monitoring and Evaluation – Regular assessments help track progress and make necessary adjustments to improve performance.
Reduced Risk of Non-Performance – Contracts provide a structured framework to address underperformance and enforce corrective actions.

Labour Relations

Labour relations in a business refer to the interactions between employers, employees, and trade unions to ensure fair working conditions, compliance with labour laws, and effective dispute resolution. Strong labour relations contribute to a productive and harmonious workplace.

Key aspects of labour relations include:

Collective Bargaining – Negotiations between employers and employees (or unions) to establish fair wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Workplace Policies – Ensuring compliance with labour laws, such as the Labour Relations Act in South Africa.
Dispute Resolution – Handling grievances, strikes, and disciplinary actions through mediation or arbitration.
Employee Rights and Protections – Safeguarding workers against unfair treatment, discrimination, and wrongful dismissal.
Union Engagement – Facilitating communication between employers and trade unions to address workforce concerns.

We proactively seek to mitigate risks within organisations by managing conflict and adding value by implementing practical solutions to labour related problems. Disciplinary, grievance and union related issues also form a central part of the services which we provide.

These services include:

Drafting a disciplinary policy (which forms part of the company’s personnel policy).
Employment relations strategy development.
Conflict management interventions.
Ensuring that all employment related practices and procedures are compliant with relevant legislation and best practices.
Facilitating restructuring & retrenchment processes (related to operational requirements) according to the Labour Relations Act (Section 189).
Chairing disciplinary hearings, incapacity investigations, grievance resolutions and work performance counselling sessions.
Representing employers at the CCMA & Bargaining Councils. (Conciliation and arbitration).
Negotiations with trade unions relating to collective agreements and dispute resolutions.

We also provide in-house training workshops to empower our clients.

Compliance

Compliance refers to adhering to laws, regulations, and industry standards to ensure ethical and legal operations.

It helps businesses avoid penalties, build trust, and maintain a positive reputation.

Complying with legal requirements such as compiling and submitting an annual Employment Equity and Workplace Skills Plan and Training Report.

We can assist you to coordinate all relevant processes in order to ensure that your compliance with the required law is done in the most cost effective and time effective manner.
Employment Equity

The purpose of the Employment Equity Act (No. 55 of 1998) is to promote the following principles within the workplace:

Elimination of Unfair Discrimination.
Equal Opportunities.
Valuing Diversity.

This refers to the development of an organisational culture that encourages understanding and appreciation of diverse backgrounds of all employees.

SSFA can assist Employers with the following processes as to ensure compliance to the EEA:

Consult with employees.
Conduct an analysis of policies and employment practices.
Prepare an employment equity plan.
Implement the employment equity plan.
Submit an annual Employment Equity report and plan to the Director General of the Department of Labour.
WSP and ATR

It is a legal requirement to compile and submit an annual WSP and ATR.

The Government may audit the development and implementation of skills plans to ensure compliance with the Skills Development Act. Therefore, it is vital that Employers have their WSP and ATR in place.

Employers can also claim back a portion of their skills levy (SDL), based on their submissions and the training interventions they conduct in the organisation.

By implementing a structured training and development plan, Employers will also increase motivation, productivity and workplace effectiveness by equipping employees with the skills they require in order to do their jobs effectively.

SSFA can assist you with the following:

Identifying the SETA that your organisation is registered in.
Registering an SDF (Skills Development Facilitator).
Conducting a skills audit to determine the organisation’s skills needs as well as the current skills of the employees.
Developing a WSP.
Establishing a skills development committee. By law a company with 50 or more employees needs to establish a skills development committee and consult with the committee in terms of the plan.
Recommend suitable training courses.
Submitting the WSP to the relevant SETA.
Developing an Annual Training Report and submitting it to the relevant SETA.