MAUREEN NTHABISENG LEBEA

Bendor, Polokwane & Annlin, Pretoria •

082-***-****

adv994@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/maureenlebea/

: Human Resources Business Partner: Human Resource Manager PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Human Resources Business Partner/ HRM Manager with experience in managerial, human resources and administration roles. Ability to translate business vision into HR initiatives that improve performance, growth, and employee engagement. Proven ability to contribute to a company at tactical level when delivering people management strategies. Experienced in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, recruitment, organization development, employee relations, safety, employee engagement, employee development and administration. Ability to interact with departmental teams at all levels, customers and other stakeholders while possessing the skill to handle change and adapt to new situations. Ability to coach and mentor junior staff to create a solid team with a commitment to grow the organization mission and vision while exhibiting quality standards. Talented in bridging gaps between labour and management to achieve the objective and driven with a passion for building and retaining a highly effective team.

Core Competences and Skills

• Manpower Planning • Facilitation and Presentation • Financial Management Skills

• Recruitment and Selection • Policy and Procedure Development • Strategic Planning

• Communication Skills • Relationship Management • Negotiation Major Achievements

Developed of Human Resources Standard Operating Policy and Procedures to ensure effective performance, retention strategy and compliance.

Implemented employee's medical separation Programme to reduce high absenteeism rate, Introduced wage bill reduction through overtime cost cutting measures which were adopted by the organisation.

Successfully implemented water and sanitation, engineering programme (scientist, engineers, plumbers, process controllers etc, through CETA, EWSETA, LGSETA etc funding model Implemented external training projects above R200 million, learnerships, apprenticeship to date . Introduced internal capacity building programmes that reduced illiterate level from 40% to 0% including leadership programmes, artisans and water scientists and engineers Change Management implementation

Initiated Programmes to reduce skills shortage within water and energy sector with 95% pass rate Act ad Chief Negotiate without external disputes resolutions PROFFESIONAL EXPERIENCE Lepelle Northern Water

Lepelle Northern Water

Human Resources Business Partner (Post Level 12)

02/2013 to Present

Develop HR policies and procedures and HR delegations Compile HR quarterly reports for EXCO and the Board submission Advise and recommend changes on human resources matters Designed a leader's development tracker to assess the skills, performance, and behaviours of leaders for succession planning.

Ensure partnership agreement with various stakeholders for learning and development funding approval Prepare reports on workforce planning, training, skills development Design operational template (bursary, performance management, seminars & workshops), Act as change management support by developing survey questioning and distribution. Develop WSP and Employment Equity Plan and Reports. Chair Employment Equity and Skills Development Committee meetings Support line managers on Performance management system (designing template and conclusion of performance)

Manage training projects and prepared proposals to apply for external training funding Administer Corporate Service Risk profile.

Prepare monthly and quietly report for EXCO and Board submission. Represented the organisation at Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). Work closely with management to determine staffing requirements, identified and recommended potential candidates for both facilities.

Compilation of job profiles, competency matrix and minimal job requirements documents Spearhead year end performance management processes for management, including contribution ratings, salary reviews and Personnel Action Reviews, including performance improvements. Lepelle Northern Water 07/2017 to 09/2019 & Dec 2020 to Feb 2021 Acting Human Resources Manager (Post Level 13)

Advised and provided strategic support to Executive Committee Managed and provide human resources operational support for Performance Management System, Employees benefits, training and development, wellness management, labour relations, change management and disciplinary, remuneration and grievance processes. Develop and manage HR policies, procedures and plans, led the Negotiation Team on employees Wage matters.

Support line mangers on disciplinary and grievance process matters. Presented the Organisation and Bargaining Council and CCMA, Auditor General Internal Steering Commitee

Managed HR Unit budget and functions all applicable activities related to auditing ad risks plans. Created a strong team presence, with consistent achievement in motivating and engaging employees building top performing teams in the organization improved employee retention and working relationships in all departments.

Responsible for Employment Equity and Skills Development matters and ensure legislatives compliance. Managing training projects and prepared proposals to apply for external training funding. Administrated g Corporate Service Risk profile.

Lepelle Northern Water 04/2006 to 01/2013

Skills Development Facilitator and adhoc Acting HR Manager (Post Level 12 & 13) Advised and provided operational support on human resources activities (PMS matter, training, employment equity policies, change management, employees' benefits, acting appointments, staff movements. Engaged with other team members by gathering multiple views and being open to diverse perspectives, focusing on a shared purpose that puts Humana's overall success first. Developed and strengthened networks and relationships, both inside and outside the organization, that support company performance.

Responsible for the implementation and facilitation of learning and development (training, communication, coaching) requiring higher levels of specialization. Design Organisation structure

Partner with the Onboarding Team, HR Business Partners, and internal clients to continuously refine the Lepelle Northern Water experience to maintain relevance and impact Lepelle Northern Water 07/2002 to 02/2006

HR Administration Officer (Post Level 9)

• Provided administration support on human resources employee's benefits, training and development, employment relations matters, Labour matters and performance management system.

• Coordinated employer and trade union meetings and prepared EE and Skills Development reports and plans.

• Collaborated with HR Manager to advise line on the application and compliance to the disciplinary code, grievance procedures, disciplinary procedures, incapacity and relevant legislation.

• Facilitated, monitored and implemented sound employee relations practices aligned to the applicable legislation. Facilitated and monitored adherence to Disciplinary Policy.

• Performed record keeping including minutes of meetings are prepared, adopted and signed off by relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.

• Responsible for administration of Study Assistance Policy, compiled and submitted Annual Training Report, Work Skills Plan and Employment Equity Report. Compiled and submitted HR Monthly Report.

Arranged and participated in the Human Resource Development Committee meetings. Facilitated implementation of Training plans.

Performed minute taking, record keeping and responsible for Labour and leave management. Processed of annual leaves, allowance, promotions, and deductions on the payroll system. Supervised cleaners, driver and receptionist to full their services area of responsibilities.

• Managed stakeholder engagement, arranging and forming part of meetings with Trade Union and Management

QUALIFICATIONS COMPLETED

Master in Business Administration, University of Limpopo, Post Graduate Diploma Human Resource Management, University of South Africa (UNISA) Bachelor of Technology in Human Resource Management, University of South Africa (UNISA), National Diploma in Human Resources Management, Technicon Pretoria (TUT), Course in Principle for First Line Managers, University of South Africa (UNISA), SMS Pre Entry Programme- School of Government (South Africa) CURRENT STUDIES

Postgraduate Non Degree : Research methodology (Master of Commerce in HRM requirement) TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

HR Governance, Risk and Compliance - SABPP

Strategic Negotiation, IRR

Assessor Training, QED

Expert Skills Development Facilitator, IRR

Remuneration Management and Job valuation, PE Consulting and 21st Century Human Resources Development and Employment Equity Strategy, EES-Siyakha Research Skills, Regenesys Business School Negotiation Skills, IRR 5th Annual Employment Equity, Diversity and Transformation Summit, EES-Siyakha & TDCI National Human Resources Management Standards, SABPP Lead Auditing HR Governance Risk and Compliance, SABPP 3rd EMAN —Africa Conference on Water Management and Accounting, University of Limpopo, and Nedbank

Competence Based Interview Workshop

Monitoring and Evaluation Workshop

PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION & BOARD COMMITTEES & OTHER COMMITTEES Member of EWSETA Sector Skills Plan 2009-2021

Senior Professional (Institute of People Management) HR Professional (SA Board for People Practice)

Lepelle Northern Water Job Evaluation Committee

EWSETA-Sector Skills Plan Committee Member -EWSETA) Lepelle Northern Water Bid Evaluation Committee Member National Treasury- Skills Development Infrastructure Committee Lepelle Northern Water- Remuneration Project Tas k Team Lepelle Northern Water Bid Specification and Evaluation Committee Member Lepelle Northern Water -Central Labour Forum (Management & Labour) REFERENCES

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