Employment Contracts, Disciplinary Hearings and CCMA Representation
Your labour law department, for a fixed monthly fee.
Already have a CCMA date? We represent you at the hearing.
- Employment contracts and disciplinary codes drafted for your business
- Disciplinary hearings chaired by a labour law specialist
- CCMA representation when a matter is referred
Trusted by over 30 000 clients across South Africa.
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Built for business owners and employers. If you have employees on the payroll, SEESA handles the labour law side for you.
Why Employers Trust SEESA
“SEESA’s qualified legal advisors assist us with our labour matters, ensuring fairness in the application of disciplinary procedures and protecting the interests of the company.”
Ian Putter, Botsello Mills
“The handling of our employee cases that needed legal advisory services or disciplinary action has always been handled with urgency, confidentiality and confidence.”
Janet Souter-Dantu, ScopServ
“SEESA’s reliable and professional legal advisors handle our employee relations with insightful guidance, risk mitigation and professional labour advice.”
Vianca McMillan, Servest
Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Disputes
Disciplinary matters often become risky when employers act too quickly or without following the correct procedure.
- Acting before investigating the matter properly
- Not following the disciplinary code
- Issuing warnings inconsistently
- Not keeping proper records
- Failing to give the employee an opportunity to respond
- Handling poor performance, incapacity or dismissal without proper guidance
Getting advice early can help employers follow the correct process and reduce unnecessary risk.
From Contracts to CCMA — and Every Step in Between
Labour Law support is not something you call in once a matter has gone wrong. It starts with your employment contracts, disciplinary code and workplace policies, and runs through every step that follows — so the correct process is already in place long before you need it.
Already have an HR team? SEESA adds the Labour Law expertise alongside them, so your business is covered from start to finish — without expensive mistakes down the line.
What SEESA covers:
Employment Contracts and Disciplinary Codes
Disciplinary Hearings
CCMA Referrals and Representation
Retrenchment Procedures
Employee Misconduct
Workplace Documentation and Records
For a fixed monthly fee, a Labour Law consultant is on hand at every step — not only once something has gone wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct disciplinary process in South Africa?
The appropriate process depends on the circumstances, but employers should generally investigate the allegations, notify the employee of the case against them, provide a fair opportunity to respond and consider the available evidence before deciding on appropriate action.
Can an employer dismiss an employee after one hearing?
Dismissal may be appropriate in certain circumstances, but it is not automatic. The seriousness of the conduct, the available evidence, the disciplinary code, consistency and the employee’s circumstances should all be considered.
What documents are needed for a disciplinary hearing?
Relevant documents may include the employment contract, disciplinary code, workplace policies, written warnings, incident reports, witness statements, notices and supporting evidence. The required documents will depend on the matter.
When should an employer get Labour Law advice before dismissal?
An employer should seek advice as early as possible — preferably before issuing charges, suspending the employee, holding the disciplinary hearing or making a dismissal decision.
Can SEESA assist with disciplinary hearings?
Yes. SEESA can guide employers through the disciplinary process, assist with documentation and provide support relating to disciplinary hearings and dismissal procedures.
Need Help Before Taking Disciplinary Action?
Disciplinary action can affect your business, your employees and your ability to defend a workplace decision if it is challenged later.
Speak to SEESA for practical labour law support before the matter escalates.
Speak to a Labour Law Specialist
Trusted by over 30 000 clients across South Africa.