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Labour relations
Practical assistance with warnings, disciplinary hearings, strikes, trade unions, retrenchments and workplace disputes.
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087 898 5708Labour law · Compliance · Safety
Labour law withcertainty.
Human, practical support for South African employers, farmers, small businesses and construction companies—from the first contract to the difficult conversation.
Workplace-focused advice Afrikaans and English
Established2007
Our history
Building stronger workplaces since 2007.
GFD Group was established in 2007 with a simple but important purpose: to give employers reliable, practical and human support. What began as a commitment to excellent service has grown into a team that assists farmers, small businesses, construction companies and other employers with labour law, compliance and workplace safety.
Our expertise and footprint have grown, but our approach remains the same: we listen, give clear guidance and stand beside our clients when it matters most.
Experience that keeps growing.Service that stays personal.
What we do
One team for the complete employer journey.
We combine labour-law support, administrative compliance and workplace safety in one integrated service.
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CCMA and bargaining councils
Representation and support at CCMA hearings and relevant bargaining councils, including condonation and rescission applications.
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Contracts and compliance
Employment contracts, appointment letters, workplace policies and the documentation employers need to act consistently.
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UIF and uFiling
Employer registration, monthly uFiling submissions and support during inspections by the Department of Employment and Labour.
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COIDA and workplace injuries
Compensation Fund registration, incident reporting and support with annual Return of Earnings submissions.
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Occupational safety
Safety files, statutory appointments, notices, risk management and relevant workplace training.
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Payroll administration
Monthly payroll processing, payslips, leave and deduction records, plus PAYE, UIF, SDL and EMP201 administration tailored to your business.
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Online disciplinary hearings
Independent chairing of disciplinary hearings through an online platform, including process guidance, a reasoned finding and recommendation.
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Dispute resolution
Practical assistance with negotiation, facilitation and mediation to resolve workplace disputes fairly and purposefully.
Specialised compliance
Practical bundles for your legal obligations.
Choose a focused bundle or combine it with your existing GFD service plan. Every quotation is tailored to your organisation, workforce and regulatory requirements.
POPIA 01
Information Officer registration
Assistance with registering or updating your Information Officer on the Information Regulator’s eServices portal, together with a basic compliance review.
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POPIA compliance bundle
A practical bundle covering privacy notices, consent, operator agreements, internal procedures, training and responses to data-security incidents.
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PAIA compliance bundle
Assistance with an appropriate PAIA manual, prescribed request forms, internal processes and annual reporting where applicable.
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Five-year Employment Equity Plan
Workforce analysis, consultation and preparation of an EEA13 plan for designated employers in line with applicable five-year sector targets.
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Foreign employees and work permits
An employer and applicant bundle covering required documents, undertakings and guidance through the applicable work-visa or work-permit process. Final approval rests with Home Affairs.
Request a quoteEmployment Equity plans are prepared according to the requirements for designated employers. Visa and permit applications remain subject to the applicable process and decision of the Department of Home Affairs.
Privacy and public documents
PAIA and POPIA manual.
JCE Labour Law trading as GFD Group makes its combined PAIA and POPIA manual available electronically. Open and download the PDF for your records.
Public manual
PAIA and POPIA manual
Combined corporate manual in terms of PAIA and POPIA. Edition: 1 July 2021.
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Local presence. National reach.
Call our central number and we will connect you with the right GFD Group team for your region and needs.
087 898 5708Free State
Kroonstad
Plumbago Centre58 Orange StreetCentral, KroonstadWestern Cape
Mossel Bay
Diaz Convenience CentreUnit 2Beach Boulevard West, Mossel BayWestern Cape
Paarl
Paarl branchContact our national switchboardfor visiting detailsService plans
Choose support that fits your workplace.
We help you choose the right package for your industry, employee count and compliance needs. The final scope and fees are confirmed clearly in your written service agreement.
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Practical foundation
Boere Goud
For farms that want labour law, UIF, COIDA and safety support in one structured plan.
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Extended agricultural package
Boere Platinum
Comprehensive employer support for the agricultural environment, with structured long-term employment planning.
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Comprehensive business plan
Platinum
For businesses that need ongoing support with labour matters, administrative compliance and workplace safety.
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Core employer cover
Standard
A clear starting point for monthly labour support and essential employer-compliance services.
Four service agreements availableChoose the appropriate plan above and select “Download PDF”.
Let’s begin
A stronger workplace starts with the right conversation.
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