Elana van der Westhuizen
Summary
Proactive HR and payroll manager with extensive experience in optimizing human resources operations across various industries. Expertise in ensuring compliance with employment legislation, managing payroll calculations, and overseeing disciplinary processes. Strong analytical skills utilized to identify operational improvements and enhance employee development initiatives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
JVS Scaffolding Pty Ltd
11.2024 - Current
- Managed attendance, payroll, and labour cost reporting for 200+ employees, including overtime and payroll accuracy.
- Coordinated recruitment, onboarding, employee records, and workforce administration.
- Reconciled labour broker payroll and processed Sasol HUB and Ariba invoices.
HR/Payroll Manager
Don Kel Engineering
06.2023 - 07.2026
- Conducted disciplinary hearings and represented the company at CCMA proceedings.
- Managed daily payroll using ERS and Excel.
- Supported Sasol Tank Farm operations through payroll and invoicing administration.
HR Lead Shutdown
Promac Pty Ltd
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Coordinated daily mobilisation activities with labour brokers.
- Managed employee timekeeping and payroll hours using Jarrison, ERS Biometrics, and Google Sheets.
- Produced payroll and workforce reports using pivot table analysis by employee and site.
HR Officer
Sizwe Placements
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed HR administration, statutory compliance, HRIS, and employee records.
- Coordinated shutdown workforce activities, including medicals, training, inductions, and badging, while supervising HR support teams.
- Led employee relations by chairing disciplinary hearings and representing the company at CCMA proceedings.
HR/Training Manager
Top Fix Holdings
08.2013 - 06.2020
- Managed the Training Centre, including facilitators, LMS administration, assessments, and accreditation processes.
- Led HR operations covering recruitment, performance management, labour law compliance, and people leadership.
- Coordinated skills development, training initiatives, and strategic HR projects, including executive recruitment and strike management.
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
Top Fix Holdings
03.2010 - 07.2013
- Developed and implemented the Training Centre Quality Management System.
- Managed SDF functions, including skills audits, Workplace Skills Plans, training matrices, and development initiatives.
- Supported B-BBEE and Employment Equity compliance through workforce development and forum participation.
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
Top Fix Holdings
07.2008 - 02.2010
- Managed the full HR function, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee development.
- Oversaw workforce planning, attendance, labour turnover, and employee relations, including disciplinary hearings and exit interviews.
- Ensured compliance with South African labour legislation, including the LRA, BCEA, Employment Equity, and Skills Development Acts.
Financial Manager
Harmony Gold Mine Ltd
03.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed financial performance, reporting, and forecasting to support operational decision-making.
- Controlled budgets, capital expenditure, labour planning, and month-end financial processes.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with financial controls and inventory management.
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
Harmony Gold Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 03.2007
- Managed cost control through forecasting, reconciliations, expense analysis, and efficiency studies.
- Prepared production, budget, and cost reports, including production bonus calculations.
- Oversaw stores, capital administration, and operational planning to improve cost efficiency.
Financial Assistant
Harmony Gold Pty Ltd
01.1998 - 12.2000
- Managed debtors, creditors, and daily cash flow reporting.
- Reconciled payroll accounts, including PAYE, VAT, pension funds, and statutory levies.
- Maintained bookkeeping records up to trial balance while ensuring financial compliance.
Senior Financial Clerk
Harmony Gold Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 12.1998
- Performed bank reconciliation, confirming account balances and transactions accuracy.
- Conducted bookkeeping up to trial balance, maintaining financial records integrity.
- Executed payroll transfers, ensuring timely employee payments.
Education
Skills Development Facilitator -
Services Seta
01-2011
NQF Level 5 -
Direct Flo
01-2011
Competency Learning -
Ndzalama
Mphumalanga01-2011
Diploma - Accounting
UNISA
01-2000
B Comm - Industrial Phycology
PU for CHO
01-1994
Matric Certificate -
Hoërskool Fochville
01-1991
Skills
- HRIS proficiency
- Employment law knowledge
- Talent management expertise
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Task management
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Communication skills
- Integrity and professionalism
- Confidentiality and compliance
- Organisational skills
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
Personal Information
ID Number: 7301200097082
References
- Willie Oosthuizen, CEO JVS Scaffolding Pty Ltd, 083 320 5272
- Mandla Sihlongonyana, Operations Manager JVS Scaffolding Pty Ltd, 083 653 0060
- Kelvin Davids, CEO Don Kel Engineering and Construction, 079 517 9988
- Nathasha Raubenheimer, Operations Manager Sizwe, 082 716 9039
- Magiel Nel, HR Managing Director - Top Fix, 082 668 5099
- Prop Goosen, Managing Director, 082 495 6580
- Christa Grobler, Business Analyst, 083 409 4672
Timeline
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
JVS Scaffolding Pty Ltd
11.2024 - Current
HR Lead Shutdown
Promac Pty Ltd
07.2023 - 09.2023
HR/Payroll Manager
Don Kel Engineering
06.2023 - 07.2026
HR Officer
Sizwe Placements
05.2021 - 11.2022
HR/Training Manager
Top Fix Holdings
08.2013 - 06.2020
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
Top Fix Holdings
03.2010 - 07.2013
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
Top Fix Holdings
07.2008 - 02.2010
Financial Manager
Harmony Gold Mine Ltd
03.2007 - 01.2008
Timekeeper/ IR Officer
Harmony Gold Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 03.2007
Financial Assistant
Harmony Gold Pty Ltd
01.1998 - 12.2000
Senior Financial Clerk
Harmony Gold Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 12.1998
Skills Development Facilitator -
Services Seta
NQF Level 5 -
Direct Flo
Competency Learning -
Ndzalama
Diploma - Accounting
UNISA
B Comm - Industrial Phycology
PU for CHO
Matric Certificate -
Hoërskool Fochville