Time & Attendance Analyst

Unilever is currently hiring for Time & Attendance Analyst

Function: Human Resources
Reports to: Time & Attendance Lead
Scope: Local
Location: Khanyisa Factory
Terms & Conditions: Full time

ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are passionate about managing the Timekeeper system and HR temp administration to ensure accurate timekeeping, payroll readiness, and compliance with HR processes at Inland sites, then this role is just for you!

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
• Make sure everyone gets paid correctly and on time by managing the timekeeping system and checking that all hours worked are approved.
• Support the team with leave and time-off requests, making sure everything is captured and processed before payroll deadlines.
• Help new users get started on the timekeeping system and provide training when needed.
• Fix system issues quickly or escalate them to the right people to keep things running smoothly.
• Manage temporary staff admin, from hiring to payroll, ensuring all records are up to date.
• Keep employee data accurate by updating changes like contracts, bank details, and leave balances.
• Work with different teams across the site, including managers, HR, and IT, to solve problems and improve processes.
• Help save costs by monitoring system usage and suggesting improvements.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Experiences & Qualifications
Minimum (Must-Have) Experience
These are essential for success in the role:
• At least 2 years of experience in Time and Attendance (T&A), HR administration, or payroll processing.
• Hands-on experience with timekeeping systems (e.g., biometric systems, shift scheduling tools).
• Strong administrative skills, including accurate data entry and document handling.
• Basic understanding of payroll timelines and processes.
• Comfortable using HR systems and software (e.g. HR Torque or similar platforms).
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and follow up with stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills to interact with employees at all levels.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Experience
These will give candidates a competitive edge:
• Experience as a Timekeeper Super User or system administrator.
• Knowledge of Unilever systems and policies, especially related to leave, payroll, and temp staffing.
• Familiarity with union agreements and how they impact shift rules and benefits.
• Experience managing temporary staff administration, including onboarding, payroll, and contract changes.
• Technical troubleshooting skills for system issues (software or hardware).
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment with shift-based operations.

Skills
Personal Mastery
Skill Alignment:
• Data accuracy & record management
• Timekeeping system proficiency
• Deadline management
Behavior Demonstrated:
• Takes full ownership of tasks and delivers with excellence.
• Maintains high standards in data integrity and compliance.

Passion for High Performance
Skill Alignment:
• Payroll & leave administration
• Process improvement
• Root cause analysis
Behavior Demonstrated:
• Strives for continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Delivers results that directly impact payroll accuracy and employee satisfaction.

Consumer & Customer Love
Skill Alignment:
• Stakeholder engagement
• Training & support
• Communication skills
Behavior Demonstrated:
• Builds trust with internal customers (employees, managers) by being responsive and reliable.
• Ensures a smooth experience for all users of the timekeeping and HR systems.

Purpose & Service
Skill Alignment:
• HR systems knowledge
• Temp administration
• Compliance with policies and labor laws
Behavior Demonstrated:
• Acts with integrity and ensures fairness in HR processes.
• Supports the broader purpose of creating a positive and compliant workplace.

Agility
Skill Alignment:
• Tech affinity
• Troubleshooting system issues
• Adapting to new tools and processes
Behavior Demonstrated:
• Learns quickly and adapts to change.
• Responds effectively to system or process challenges.

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are intentional in employing the best talent that reflects the demographics of our country and which will help build representation of currently under-represented groups. We therefore invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered.

We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.

This is an office-based role in Johannesburg and requires 100% of time attendance on site.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.