Human Resources Manager

HUMAN RESOURCES PROFFESSIONAL

ANDRIES BESTER (ID 610**********) (Coloured Male EE/AA Candidate)

EX-OFFICIO – COMMISSIONER OF OATHS (SABBP HR Professional (Generalist) Reg Nr :55123620

** ****** ***eet, Camelot, Kuilsriver, Cape Town, Western Cape (Contact) 073*******

(Email) **************@*****.***

Profile Summary

Strategic and innovative HR Professional who translates business vision into HR initiatives that improves performance, profitability, growth, and employee engagement. I love people (and their problems) and in business, people make things happens – it is tough to get things done without them. So, I know how to get people activated, enthused and growing’ thereby growing our business and making a whole lot of people happy. Empowering leader who support companies and top executives with a unique perspective and appreciation that human capital is every organization’s greatest asset. I manage an organisational culture of learning and is a strong project leader who have been implemented various projects and initiatives aimed at improving and maintaining employee morale and buy-in.

Signature HR Qualifications

Implement and manage various special projects

Human Resources Financial including budgeting, forecast and monthly General Ledger & Income Statement Reviews

Performance / Change and Talent Management

Skills Development, Retention and Organisation Transformation

Employee Relations

Employment Equity

BBBEE

Compliance

Corporate Governances

I have served in for more than 29 years as a Human Resources in the Corporate environment as a Human Resources Generalist Professional within various National and International industries and have managed HR Teams from 12 -15 and compiled and control human resources budgets between 9 million Rands to 120 million US dollars. I have 10 years’ experience in operations management the Maritime, Research, Oil and Gas, Tourist and Hospitality and Technical industries leading teams of up to 19 in the last 3 years. I management 7 projects nationally between 6 to 11 Million Rand which were completed on time and within the required budgets.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS & EXPERIENCE

PYRIMAD CONTINENTAL HOTEL DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES AND LEARNING (JUBA SOUTH SUDAN) September 2023 – Current

Responsible for the full strategic human resources function within the 5star property in managing the development and implementation of hr strategies and policies.

Recruitment, coaching, compensation & benefits, health & safety, performance management & succession planning

Provide functional direction and ensure compliance of all legal requirements

Mediating solutions and initiating changes as needed

Provide direction, coaching and counseling on Human Resources issues such as performance management and employee relations

Maintain high level of colleague satisfaction and team spirit, through active support, direction and participation with hotel core committees

Maintain a high level of effectiveness communication throughout the hotel

Establish and implement annual objectives, budget and programs for the Human Resources Department in conjunction with the hotel’s strategic plan

Foster a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and colleague morale

TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure worker’s compensation claims are properly documented and reported. Ensure that there is an active safety committee at the hotel, safety programs are implemented, and that employees are motivated to follow safety procedures.

Work within the established Human Resources department budget

Facilitate effective training and development programs for employees. In conjunction with Corporate Human Resources and General Manager, ensure that all managers and supervisors are trained on the progressive discipline process, performance management process, and related management programs and initiatives. Coach managers to create and maintain a work environment with high morale and productivity. Conduct new employee orientation to familiarize employees with Company standards, policies, procedures, rules and other employee programs.

Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include all hotel staff, Corporate Human Resources, and Corporate Legal and HR Shared Services/Hite to Retire.

Interact with outside contacts Candidates and applicants – discuss employment opportunities and conduct interviews

May coordinate and administer locally developed specialized recognition programs.

Perform other duties as assigned and may serve as “manager on duty” as required.

GUEST EXPERIENCE

Identify, recruit, and make recommendations for hiring all candidates for all hotel positions. Screen, interview and test applicants; coordinate background checks/references, and process applicable paperwork, etc. Oversee the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date personnel files and HR Systems on all employees. Ensure that company hiring standards, laws and applicable regulations are followed in the application, hiring and selection process.

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

Support and administer an effective employee relations program. Research and investigate all workplace issues to discover facts, identify potential liability to the Company, and facilitate resolution. Consult regularly with Corporate Human Resources regarding serious matters or escalating issues. Support and promote the Employee Resolution process.

Ensure compliance with employment laws, government agencies, and company policies and procedures (e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Act, Equal Employment Opportunity, Wage and Hour, Affirmative Action, employee records administration, etc.). Conduct annual HR compliance/standards self-audit. Communicate all company and hotel policies and procedures.

Collect and maintain data from exit interviews. Identify trends, training needs, supervisory issues, etc. in exit interviews, turnover statistics, absenteeism reports and etc., alert management and recommend courses of action.

Provide required documentation in response to unemployment claims. Participate in unemployment hearings as needed. Ensure that paperwork is complete and documentation is thorough so the company’s position can be legally and effectively represented.

Coordinate, support and administer all other corporate initiatives such as annual merit process, short term incentive process, benefit enrolment and communication, wage and hour surveys, etc.

Create programs and events to foster a positive work environment for all employees (e.g., pep rallies, all employee meetings, excitement committees, health fairs, etc.). Support and administer the employee satisfaction survey in conjunction with the corporate office. Assist the General Manager and other department managers with developing action plans based on feedback.

USAPHO FOUNDATION NPO HR Manager (Temp) Cape Town November 2019- Jan 2022

Main function: - Strategic Human Resources and Corporate Compliance:

•NPO legalisation

•Children Act of 2005

•Equality Act 2010

•Domestic Violence Act of 1998

•Sexual Offence Act of 2009

•Basic Condition of Employment At

•Skills Development Act

•Labour Relations Act

Interdot Solutions Pretoria based Company November 2019 – October 2020

HR Consultant

Assisting the company in Cape Town with regards to all HR/IR related matters on various sites around Cape Town

•Site visits to attend to HR/IR matters

•Assist with Complying Employment Contracts

•Completing and submitting all statutory requirements

•Assisting with Industrial Relations and present companies at CCMA

•Currently formulating COVID 19 compliance policies for companies

GRINNELL GROUP OF COMPANIES PTY Cape Town NOVEMBER 2016 - October 2019

Grinnell Security Services CC (990 Staff) Grinnell Cleaning Services CC (240 Staff) Professional Concierge Services CC (120 Staff) Grinnell Security Services Gauteng CC (250 Staff)

Group Human Resources Manager – Head office Cape Town

•Manage the Human Resources Financials including Budgeting, Forecasts and Monthly General Ledger& Income Statement Reviews including departmental Accruals & Provisions

•Responsible for managing full process of Recruitment and Selection, Industrial Relations

•HR Consulting and Business Partnering with all HODs

•Organisational Development and Performance Management

•Implementation and manage special projects identified such as Graduate Placement Programmes, Career Drives etc. Department of Trade & Industry Internships and Government YES programmes

FUNWAY TO FAME PRODUCTION OCTOBER 2015- October 2016

Owner – Doing events and entertainment whiles in the market for permanent job

SUN INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD - SUN CITY RESORT SEPTEMBER 2008 – SEPTEMEBER 2015

Unit Human Resources Hotel & Casino / Human Resources PR, Marketing, Entertainment & Communications

•Employee Relationship: Introduced proactive employee relations and communications programs to resolve previous labour and management issues and restore the credibility and employee-centric focus of the HR organization.

•Direct the human resources function at various location on the resort (Sun City Hotel, Cabanas Hotel, Vacation Club, Valley of Waves and Entertainment Area and Casino and collaborate with Training centre, North West Gaming Board, CCMA, Unions, manage Industrial relations, grievance, arbitration and agency issues and manage the peer review program.

•Workforce Expansion: Orchestrated daily HR functions supporting 550 permanent staff and 1200 casual staff with two HR Officers and two Administrators and served as the HR Business Partner to Marketing and Communication and the leadership team of this high growth business unit.

CHUBB ELECTRONIC & SECURITY SERVICES MARCH 2008-AUGUST 2008

Project Contract Position -Regional Human Resources Manager

•Consulted with head Office in Gauteng on the following HR matters

•Assisted Head Office in Gauteng with multiple mergers by conducting HR due diligence and post-merger integrations

•Developed and implemented recruiting department and staffing structure as part of HR rebuild

•Guided and advised management in developing strategic plans on organizational and staffing issues

•Instituted and facilitated a 360- degree feedback session for senior leader within sales and marketing which involved subordinate and manager-level feedback to create executable development plans

ROYAL CARRIBEAN CRUISE LINES PTY NOVEMBER 2006 – FEBRUARY 2008

On-board Human Resources

•Lead an- efficient, high quality and customer focused HR service and provided an HR Business Partnering services on board to all departments which is pragmatic, commercial, solution focused.

•Shared a clear accountability of senior management team in delivered of balanced scorecard and other business priorities

•Collaborated with the on-board teams and other HR colleagues, across the fleet, in supporting and driving company and HR strategy, cultural change and associated leadership.

•Supported the on-board management team with any queries/or cases on board

•Development and coaching of Senior Officers on board with regards to people management and employment legislation

•Collaborating with on board management teams and Fleet Resourcing team to support and oversee the promotion process, interviews, selection and succession planning

•Engaged with Shipboard management by giving feedback on any issues where changes are required

BLUE CONTINET PRODUCTS – OCEANA PTY LTD OCTOBER 2003 – OCTOBER 2006

Head of Human Resources

Develop HR Business Partner Roles leading to organizational change, leadership development, succession planning, recruitment, employee relations and compensation plans and implementation

•Guided and advised management in developing strategic plans on organizational and staffing issues for both South African, Namibian and Russian Crew

•Implemented South Africanization development skills transferring program

•Managed Seta’s priority skills plan for both the Food Bev and Maritime Seta’s

•Developed and submitted Workplace Skills and Implementation plans

•Negotiated wages at bargaining unit levels

SAFMAIRNE PTY LTD DECEMBER 1995- SEPTEMBER 2003

CREWING AND RESOURCING MANAGER

Key member of the executive leadership team within the Marine Department at 1700 local and 600 international maritime seafarers across all continents.

•Recruiting, Training, Developing, Appointment and transferring of Senior, Officer Officers and Ratings on all cargo, bulk and supply vessels across the world

•Assisting with all crew planning, manning and scheduling of Officers and ratings between Cape Town, Denmark and the IOM offices

•Arranging medicals, drug testing, certification endorsements for all foreign registered officers on various

•Maintain crewing pool for South African, Danish, UK, Indian and Pilipino Officers and Ratings

•Liaise with all appointed ship agents in UK, Indian, and West Africa for receiving and discharging crew for immigration, flights and transport to and from vessels.

PORTNET LIGHT HOUSE SERVICES – TRANSNET PTY JANUARY 1995 – DECEMBER 1996

Administration Clerk

Supporting the HR Manager and Payroll administrator with daily HR functions and payroll inputs

SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY Personnel Officer 1981- DECEMBER 1994

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Human Resources Management (Postgraduate) - Peninsula University of Technology - 1998

Elements of Shipping Certification - Cape Town University of Technology - 1998

Standard of Training Certification - Det Norske VERITAS (Denmark)- 1998

Crisis Management and Human Behavior – STCW-95 (Bahamas Maritime Authority) - 2006

Accident Investigation & Reconstruction: Safety – WNNR - 1996

Mediation / Conciliation Certificate – IMSA - 1996

Structure Management System – Info plan - 1994

Life Enrichment Counseling – SAAHP - 1995

Target & Selection Certification - FSA – Contact 1998

Skills Development Facilitation Certification- ETDP – SETAS - 2005

PPA Certification - Thomas International - 2003

Old Mutual Actuaries and Consultants Certificate – Old Mutual- 2009

Principles Financial Consultants Certificate – Inseta - 2009

SHL System Expert Certification- 2011

SHL Occupational Assessment Administrator – 2011

Codes of Good Practice –Transcend – 2014

Grade E, D, C, B.A Certification 2017

COIDA Certification 2018

CAREER ACHIVEMENTS

•Saving Sun International 120 million Rands in fines with the North West Gaming Board for expiring Gaming Licenses

•Placement of 30 of the 50 University Graduates in permanent positions within the Group which has increase the company BBBEE score level from Level 5 to a level 2

•Obtained R460.000 in discretionary grants from Seta for the implementation on Unemployed learnerships which.

•Successfully implemented the Government YES program and received a tax deduction of R500.000 on company’ annual income tax liability

•Reduced HR payroll expensive by 36% on leave liabilities

•Increase productivity by reduced absenteeism by 42% by implementing an Employee Wellness Program

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