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Karabo Veroniccah Nkuna

Karabo Veroniccah Nkuna

Secunda,South Africa

Summary

Dedicated professional with 10+ years in people and performance management across transport, construction, and mining industries. Strong background in labor relations compliance and employee engagement within regulated environments. Committed to fostering positive workplace relationships and continuous improvement, while effectively managing operational demands and employee wellbeing.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

People & Performance Practitioner- Projects (MLOMP)

MECS Africa _Exxaro Resources
Matla Kriel, Mpumalanga
10.2022 - Current
  • Key responsibilities performed by the role include:
  • Administration and governance of Labour Broker Employees, Contractors and other non-permanent labour resources.
  • Management of contractor onboarding, offboarding, access control, inductions, medical compliance and associated governance requirements.
  • Processing and administration of workforce-related contractual changes, extensions, renewals and remuneration adjustments.
  • SAP employee lifecycle management and associated people administration activities.
  • Administration and governance of Labour Broker payments, service fees and workforce-related expenditure.
  • Compilation and analysis of workforce, labour cost, headcount and compliance reporting.
  • Monitoring compliance with applicable contractor management and non-permanent labour governance requirements.
  • Support of project demobilisation, workforce transition and project close-out activities.
  • Coordination of recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities within Projects.
  • Support of People & Performance initiatives, culture interventions and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Liaison with internal stakeholders, contractors, Labour Brokers and service providers to ensure effective workforce management and governance compliance.

HR Operations Officer

Marabu Group SA (Ghofa Trading)
Roossenekal, Limpopo
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Manage recruitment and onboarding processes.
  • Provide employee relations and labour relations support, including disciplinary and grievance procedures.
  • Coordinate employee training and compliance certifications.
  • Administer employee benefits and related claims.
  • Oversee medical surveillance, employee medicals, and injury-on-duty processes.
  • Support payroll administration, timesheet management, and HR budgeting.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with labour, health and safety, and regulatory requirements through liaison with relevant stakeholders and authorities.

HR Assistant

Freshmark & TransRite (Shoprite Group)
Polokwane, Limpopo
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Coordinate recruitment, selection, onboarding, and employee induction processes.
  • Provide HR administrative support, including employee records, leave administration, and HR query resolution.
  • Manage time and attendance, payroll inputs, and workforce management systems.
  • Support labour relations activities, including disciplinary matters and CCMA case preparation.
  • Coordinate employee training, maintain training records, and compile HR reports and statistics.
  • Assist with occupational health and safety administration, including Injury-on-Duty (IOD) case management.

Recruitment/ HR Assistant

PUTCO Ltd
Pretoria, Gauteng
07.2018 - 09.2021
  • Manage the full recruitment and onboarding process, including advertising, screening, interviewing, assessments, and pre-employment checks.
    Provide HR administrative support, including employee records management, leave administration, and HR query resolution.
    Coordinate employee time and attendance systems and process employee lifecycle changes (appointments, transfers, promotions, and terminations).
    Liaise with unions regarding membership administration and employee matters.
    Administer employee benefits, including medical aid, provident fund, and COID processes.

HR Assistant

BT Projects (Pty) Ltd
Vanderbijlpark, Free State
09.2016 - 06.2018
  • Coordinate end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, and candidate communication.
  • Provide HR administrative support, including leave administration, payroll input, and employee records management.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employee HR-related queries and support.
  • Coordinate employee training and development activities.
  • Support workforce operations and provide HR assistance to site-based employees.
  • Organise meetings, book venues, and provide general administrative support to management.

HR Graduate

Multichoice Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng
01.2015 - 05.2015
  • Recruitment & Onboarding
  • Advertising positions and handling shortlisting
  • Inviting candidates for interviews and compiling the interview packs
  • Conducting interviews for junior positions
  • Arranging and attending the psychometrics assessments feedback sessions
  • Responsible for the on-boarding program (buddy sessions) in corporate office
  • Coordinating induction sessions for outside South Africa employees
  • Performance Management & HR Systems
  • Operation of e-Talent as 1st line supporter and user
  • Capturing and retrieving PD’s and 360% feedbacks on the system
  • Ensuring Personal Development Plans (PDPs) and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) are captured at the end of PM process
  • Assisting with audition of the performance contracts in preparation for the new financial year
  • Employee Relations
  • Shadowing the HRBP to disciplinary hearings and CCMA attendance
  • Preparing CCMA packs

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) - Applied Sciences

Makgetse High School
South Africa, Gauteng
01.2007 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Industrial Psychology

University of Johannesburg
South Africa, Gauteng

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Industrial & Organisational Psychology

University of South Africa
South Africa, Gauteng

Skills

  • Data management and intergrity
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Training coordination and compliance
  • Adaptability in multi-site operations
  • Knowledge of South African legislation
  • Microsoft office suite proficiency
  • Recruitment strategy
  • Appraisal systems implementation
  • Diversity and inclusion promotion
  • Onboarding process oversight
  • Data analysing
  • HR policies expertise
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Talent acquisition techniques

Custom

References available upon request.

Languages

English
Fluent
Setswana
Native
IsiZulu
Intermediate

Timeline

People & Performance Practitioner- Projects (MLOMP)

MECS Africa _Exxaro Resources
10.2022 - Current

HR Operations Officer

Marabu Group SA (Ghofa Trading)
04.2022 - 09.2022

HR Assistant

Freshmark & TransRite (Shoprite Group)
10.2021 - 03.2022

Recruitment/ HR Assistant

PUTCO Ltd
07.2018 - 09.2021

HR Assistant

BT Projects (Pty) Ltd
09.2016 - 06.2018

HR Graduate

Multichoice Africa
01.2015 - 05.2015

Grade 12 (Matric) - Applied Sciences

Makgetse High School
01.2007 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Industrial Psychology

University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Industrial & Organisational Psychology

University of South Africa

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