Interim HR Group Leader (2–3 days per week) Are you a senior HR leader who thrives in complex, fast‑paced industrial environments? Do you enjoy stepping into transformation, shaping people strategy and driving organisational effectiveness? Then this interim opportunity may be of interest. For an industrial engineering services organisation, we are looking for an Interim HR Group Leader to support the business during a period of change and growth. This is an interim assignment for 2–3 days per week. The role As Interim HR Group Leader, you will provide both strategic and hands‑on HR leadership to the organisation. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will guide the HR function through organisational development initiatives, people and talent strategies, and change management activities. You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership and play a key role in strengthening HR capability across the business. Key responsibilities Provide tactical and strategic HR leadership to support business objectivesLead and support organisational design, development and change initiativesDrive people development, leadership capability and team effectivenessSupport talent acquisition and workforce planning in a complex labour environmentEnsure compliance with labour legislation, equity requirements and statutory obligationsStrengthen HR processes, systems and governance (including HRIS where applicable)Design and deliver key HR projects and initiatives with measurable impactCoach and support HR team members and senior stakeholders Your profile Senior HR professional with 5–7+ years’ experience in a leadership roleExperience in industrial, engineering or technical services environmentsStrong background in organisational development, change management and people strategySolid understanding of labour legislation, employment equity and designated employer responsibilitiesComfortable operating at both strategic and operational levelExcellent interpersonal, facilitation and stakeholder management skillsResilient, adaptable and able to make impact in an interim settingExperience with HR systems and reporting tools is a strong advantage The organisation Global industrial engineering services providerApproximately 300–400 permanent employees and up to 2,500 temporary workersNational footprint with ambitions to grow across Southern AfricaServices include engineering solutions, scaffolding and rope access, insulation, surface protection and NDT Assignment details Interim role2–3 days per weekStart: as soon as possibleIdeal for experienced interim or fractional HR leaders Interested? Apply via LinkedIn