
HR Assistant Job at DSV – Contract Logistics (Port Elizabeth)
DSV is hiring an HR Assistant in Port Elizabeth. Permanent full-time role requiring Matric and HR/Admin qualification. Apply now for this HR administration job.
HR Assistant Job at DSV – Contract Logistics
Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Company:
Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time
Date Posted: 13 March 2026
Start Your HR Career with a Global Logistics Leader
is looking for a detail-oriented HR Assistant to join its Contract Logistics team in . This role supports HR leadership by delivering efficient administrative services and helping ensure HR processes run smoothly across the business.
With operations in more than 90 countries and a workforce of over 150,000 employees, DSV offers an opportunity to grow your career in a fast-moving global logistics environment.
What You’ll Do
As an HR Assistant, you will support the HR department with daily administrative tasks and employee support functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily HR administrative activities
- Support HR projects and service delivery initiatives
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding of employees
- Conduct interviews, reference checks and verification checks
- Help manage HRIS systems and reporting
- Ensure compliance with HR policies and legislative requirements
- Maintain effective relationships with internal and external HR stakeholders
- Assist with HR and business-related projects
Minimum Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12 certificate
- Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or Administration
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Suite)
Experience and Skills
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR administration or a similar role
- Exposure to business processes (1–3 years)
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strong attention to detail and time management
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
- Ability to plan, self-manage and take initiative
Advantageous Skills
The following will be beneficial but not mandatory:
- HR Information System (HRIS) experience
- Experience with behavioural assessments and competency mapping
- Knowledge of IR processes and labour practices
- MIE accreditation and experience conducting pre-employment checks
Why Join DSV?
Working at means joining one of the world’s leading logistics providers.
Benefits of working at DSV
- Global company with operations in 90+ countries
- Opportunity to grow within an international organisation
- Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
- Exposure to modern logistics and digital transformation
- Career development in HR and logistics sectors
Apply Now
If you are organised, motivated and ready to grow your HR career, this opportunity at DSV Contract Logistics in Port Elizabeth could be the perfect fit.
Application Note:
Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within four weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.