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Gerhard Geldenhuys
Industrial Relations Team Leader
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at LabourNet, enhancing team productivity and client retention through innovative strategies and effective people management. Skilled in mentoring and technical support, I excel in problem-solving and performance improvement, significantly contributing to successful industrial relations and dispute resolutions. I am a highly dedicated and ambitious individual who strives to always exceed expectations. I am reliable and hard-working with a track record that shows that I can walk the walk.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Industrial Relations Team Leader
LabourNet
09.2023 - Current
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Developed team members skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
- Growth of the Client base in allocated territory.
- Retention of clients in allocated territory.
- All Industrial Relations related activities from basic day-to-day advise to executive disputes, hearings and litigation.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
Litigator
LabourNet
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Representation of Employers' Organisation members through all phases of dispute resolution (conciliation, arbitration, facilitation of 189A, rescission, in limine, etc.).
- Knowledge transfer and training to clients and consultants to mitigate risks before referral of disputes.
- Maintain a positive litigation record.
- Representation and assistance from day-to-day matters to complex senior dispute at dispute resolution forums or within the organisation.
- Union engagement, from simple negotiations to complex dispute resolution matters.
Senior Industrial Relations Consultant
LabourNet
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Advice and assistance in all aspects of Industrial Relations, from BCEA to various Bargaining Councils.
- Chairing of disciplinary hearings, from simple to executive levels.
- Representation of clients at the CCMA and various Bargaining Councils.
- Union engagements, from simple disputes to complex disputes and negotiations.
- Strike management.
- Facilitation of retrenchments, both S189 and S189A.
- Facilitation of S197 transfers.
Industrial Relations Consultant
LabourNet
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Chairing of Disciplinary Hearings, Incapacity Hearings, Grievance Hearings, and Negotiations.
- Advise on compliance with various industry requirements from BCEA and Sectoral Determinations to various Bargaining Councils.
- Facilitating union engagements, from wage negotiation to retrenchment consultations.
- All Industrial Relations related work within multiple sectors (restaurant, hotel, mining, farming, finance, construction, engineering, services, property, education, medical etc)
Paralegal
Longtom Law Chambers
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
Electrician
Samancor
02.2013 - 04.2020
Education
LLB - Law
University of South Africa
Mbombela 04.2001 -
Trade Certificate - Electrical Engineering
Khuphuka Training And Development College
Middelburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Lydenburg High School
Lydenburg 04.2001 -
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Initiative
- Innovation
- Mentoring
- People Management
- Performance Improvement
- Technical Support
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Graduated Cum Laude in my LLB whilst maintaining full-time work.
- Best Dispute Resolution track record for the Mpumalanga region.
- Passed all Industrial Relations Exams (BCEA, Labour Law, LRA, Misconduct, Incapacity, Grievances, Retrenchments, Strikes, Transfers, Employment Equity and Discrimination, Dispute Resolution and Collective Bargaining) with distinction.
- On the Internal Disciplinary and Conduct Panel for the firm Nationally.
- On the Knowledge Share Panel for the Firm Nationally.
- On the Training Panel for new Consultants Nationally.
Interests
Timeline
Industrial Relations Team Leader
LabourNet
09.2023 - Current
Litigator
LabourNet
10.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Industrial Relations Consultant
LabourNet
02.2022 - 10.2022
Industrial Relations Consultant
LabourNet
02.2021 - 02.2022
Paralegal
Longtom Law Chambers
04.2020 - 02.2021
Electrician
Samancor
02.2013 - 04.2020
LLB - Law
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
Trade Certificate - Electrical Engineering
Khuphuka Training And Development College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Lydenburg High School
04.2001 -
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