How to become a Human Resource Manager
Human resource managers plan, administer and review activities concerned with staff selection, training and development, conditions of employment and other staffing issues within an organisation.
Personal requirements for a Human Resource Manager
- Good planning, organisational, analytical and decision-making skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Tact and discretion when dealing with people and confidential information.
Duties & Tasks of a Human Resource Manager
Human resource managers may perform the following tasks:
- Direct the formulation of human resource management strategies, policies and plans
- Advise and assist managers with recruiting, training and development programs
- Develop and implement performance management systems to plan, appraise and improve individual and team performance
- Represent the organisation in negotiations with unions and employees to determine remuneration and other conditions of employment
- Oversee the maintenance of personnel records and various human resources information systems
- Coordinate occupational health and safety programs and practices, develop equal opportunity programs, and ensure compliance with related legislation
- Oversee the application of redundancy and other employee retrenchment policies
- Monitor employment costs and productivity levels
- Train and advise other managers in personnel and industrial relations matters.
Working conditions for a Human Resource Manager
Human resource managers work in an office environment for a wide range of organisations. They may be required to visit other worksites to inspect operations and manage staff.
Specializations
Human Resource Manager
Human resource managers plan, administer and review activities concerned with staff selection, training and development, conditions of employment and other staffing issues within an organisation.
