Lesetja Rakumako
Mokopane
Summary
Accomplished HR professional with a proven track record at Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine, excelling in strategic planning and work coordination. Expert in enhancing employee relations, streamlining operations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Skilled in conflict resolution and emergency response, significantly boosting workplace morale and productivity.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Officer Operations
Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine
06.2021 - 05.2024
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Improved efficiency by streamlining, reviewing and implementing policies and procedures
- Advising both management and unions on labour legislations and applicble policies
- Labour plan management
- Recruitment and placement of permanent employees
- managing incapacity cases
- handling and facilitation of grievances and disciplinary hearings
Full Time Union Representative
Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine
06.2014 - 05.2021
- Managed resources to ensure that funds are allocated appropriately across various programs within the organization's budgetary constraints.
- Ensuring that there is compliance with regard to SA labour laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements through regular audits and assessments of member organizations.
- Conducted research on industry trends and current events to stay informed and help shape union policies, strategies and negotiation tactics.
- Supported local unions in achieving their goals by providing guidance, resources, and logistical assistance when needed.
- Representing members at grievances, disciplinary hearings and externally at CCMA
- Making research to benchmark on market related salaries of employees
- Participating in job grading committee - using 21st century model
- Researching and participating in central employment equity committee
Employee Relations Officer
Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine
11.2003 - 05.2014
- Provided guidance to employees regarding their rights under company policy or applicable laws during difficult situations.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by developing and implementing effective employee relations policies.
- Analyzed trends in employee feedback data, recommending targeted interventions to address areas of concern.
- Streamlined communication channels between management and staff, fostering a collaborative work culture.
- Handling cases at CCMA (concilliation and arbitration cases)
- Ensuring procedural and substantive fairness in disciplinary cases
- Handling of incapacity cases (ill health, injuries and addiction cases)
- Managing availability and utilization of workforce
- Managing attendance at work and developing remedy to address unauthorised absenteeism
- Participated in labor negotiations, maintaining a balanced approach between employer and employee interests.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions between employees for improved working relationships and productivity.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current employee relations programs, making recommendations for enhancements based on industry best practices.
- Educated managers on best practices for handling employee disputes, reducing the likelihood of escalation.
- Acted as a liaison between employees and senior leadership during times of organizational restructuring or transition.
- Resolved complex employee grievances, contributing to a positive workplace environment.
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct, ensuring fair and unbiased outcomes.
- Promoted harmonious working climate to boost morale and productivity.
Education
B. Tech Human Resource Management - Human Resources
Central University of Technology
Bloemfontein, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Work Coordination
Report Writing
Emergency Response Coordination
Strategic Planning
Information Verification
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
HR Officer Operations
Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine
06.2021 - 05.2024
Full Time Union Representative
Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine
06.2014 - 05.2021
Employee Relations Officer
Anglo American Platinum - Mogalakwena Mine
11.2003 - 05.2014
B. Tech Human Resource Management - Human Resources
Central University of Technology
04.2001 -
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