Effective Date: 3 November 2023
At Hire Group Pty Ltd (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you engage with our services. By using our services, visiting our website, or interacting with us in any capacity, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Hire Group Pty Ltd is a South African recruitment and human resources company providing a range of HR, recruitment, and technology-driven services across multiple sectors. We are committed to ensuring your privacy is protected.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
- Personal Identification Information: Full name, contact details (email address, phone number, physical address), date of birth, nationality.
- Employment Information: CVs, job history, education, skills, references, salary expectations, and other employment-related details.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and other technology-related identifiers are gathered when you interact with our website.
- Other Information: Any information you voluntarily provide during communications with us (such as preferences, queries, or responses to surveys).
3. How We Collect Information
- Directly from You: We collect information when you submit forms on our website, apply for a job, communicate via email or telephone, or use our recruitment platforms.
- Third-Party Sources: We may receive information from third-party job boards, background check services, or references.
- Automatically: Through cookies and tracking technologies when you visit our website.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To Provide Our Services: Matching candidates with job opportunities, providing employers with candidate profiles, managing the recruitment process, and offering related HR services.
- For Communication: Sending updates, responding to inquiries, and delivering newsletters or promotional material.
- For Legal Compliance: Complying with legal obligations, including employment law, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- For Business Operations: Improving our services, analyzing website performance, and conducting internal research.
5. Disclosure of Your Information
We may share your information under the following circumstances:
- With Employers: When facilitating the recruitment process, we may share your CV, qualifications, and personal details with potential employers.
- Third-Party Service Providers: To assist with our operations, such as background check agencies, technology service providers, and marketing companies, all subject to appropriate confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Obligations: If required by law, regulation, or court order, we may disclose your information to comply with legal processes.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our assets, personal information may be transferred.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
7. Your Data Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request details of the information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances, subject to legal obligations.
- Objection: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes, such as direct marketing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize your data.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather information about usage patterns. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, refer to our [Cookie Policy].
10. International Data Transfers
As a South African company, your data will primarily be processed within South Africa. However, we may transfer your information to third parties or service providers located in other countries with appropriate safeguards in place.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. It is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Hire Group Pty Ltd
Email: info@hiregroup.co.za
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of your personal information as outlined herein.