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Liezle Hartman

Liezle Hartman

Pretoria

Summary

Self-motivated senior manager with over 9 years of experience in leadership roles and 20 years in the Hospitality Industry. Strong multi-skilled leader, proficient in business administration. Detail-oriented and creative leader with a strong responsibility drive as well as work ethic. An Academic with a Master's degree in Science and a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management and a Certificate in Property Management. Currently expanding expertise with a Post Graduate Diploma in Addiction Care from UCT. Seeking opportunities in Estate, and Project Management Industries.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Stabilis Treatment Centre
Pretoria
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed strategic plans and objectives to ensure organizational growth and profitability.
  • Established policies, procedures, and protocols to improve operational efficiency.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and partners.
  • Led the recruitment process for vacant positions within the organization.
  • Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Managed relationships with shareholders, stakeholders, customers, and other key constituents.
  • Implemented new technologies to streamline processes across departments.
  • Facilitated communication between board members, executives, staff members, and other stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to launch promotional campaigns that increased brand awareness.
  • Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding safety standards and labor laws.
  • Established and oversaw strategic business actions and streamlined operations.
  • Spearheaded overhaul of underperforming departments to reduce stagnation and increase productivity.
  • Represented the company at industry events, conferences, and public engagements.

GENERAL MANAGER

Jewish Accommodation for Fellow Aged (Jaffa)
Pretoria
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Company Overview: Jewish Old Age Home - 80 residents, full Kosher kitchen, laundry and Frail Care.

This was a short-term contract for a period of 4 months.

  • Manage, provide guidance and oversee 120 staff members (Admin, Facility, Security, Kitchen and Frail Care
  • Plan, deliver and manage Resident Care and other services
  • Chairperson of the Care committee
  • Provide policies, plan programmes and activities, utilize resources
  • Prepare and implement budgets
  • In process of a Full Turnkey project to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of staff members, ordering and distribution of medication and increase the standard of Holistic resident care
  • Plan and execute the NPO budget
  • Manage, supervise and guide Security officers
  • Institute plans to address the failing facilities of this aged Old Age facility (35 years old)
  • Planning for the installation of a large solar heating system on the roof of the facility, as well as changing all current lights to LED lighting..
  • Reduce costs of the kitchen
  • Change menu selection.
  • Upgrade dining experience.

ESTATE MANAGER

Retire@Midstream Retirement village
Midstream
05.2017 - 04.2023
  • Represent the Estate on various committees and forums.
  • Attend, provide information, advise, and discuss various topics on the Board, Financial, Aesthetic, Facility, Security, and other committees.
  • Assist in planning, preparing, attending, and discussing various topics at Board Strategic sessions.
  • Represent R@M on the Greater Midstream Operational meetings.
  • Managing, providing guidance, and overseeing 100 staff members (Admin, Facility, and Security staff).
  • Plan, deliver, and manage resident care and other services.
  • Chairperson of the Care, Social, and Bowls committees.
  • Provide policies, plan programmes, and activities, utilize resources.
  • Prepare and implement budgets
  • Sectional Title Management (400+) units
  • Prepare management, resource and MRRR-plans
  • Oversee contractors and staff during execution of plans
  • Plan, attend, and execute Annual General meetings of three Sectional Title Schemes – Retirement residents.
  • Plan and execute HOA budget in excess of $22 million.
  • Plan and execute budgets of three Sectional Title scheme budgets (combined, R 10 mil).

FOUNDING MEMBER & MANAGING DIRECTOR

Lone Creek River Lodge (Pty) Ltd
Sabie
07.1996 - 03.2017
  • Compiled the Business Plan, Marketing Strategies, and associated Budgets (financial planning).
  • Established and developed this successful Boutique Hotel (Lone Creek River Lodge)
  • Plan and manage the operations of the hotel activities, thereby optimizing financial gain and assuring guest satisfaction.
  • Recruitment and training of management team and staff.
  • Implementation of policies, procedures, and overall operational philosophy.
  • Construction and Project Management of the hotel.
  • Coordination and management of construction, upgrading, and maintenance of the property.
  • Overall Design, Interior Design, and Landscaping.
  • Operational Management of daily hotel activities, including planning, delegating, coordinating, organizing, staff matters, housekeeping, guest liaison, tour operators, and suppliers.
  • Develop the brand and corporate identity of the hotel.
  • Planning and successful execution of trade shows, marketing ventures, international shows, and exhibitions.
  • Marketing and promotional liaison with tour operators, tourism associations, travel agents, and other key role players.
  • Attended various Tourism Indabas and Shows, such as BIT, ITB, and Indaba in Durban and Cape Town.
  • Develop key performance areas and staff structures.
  • Recruitment, training, and development of management and staff.
  • Regular staff meetings, conflict resolution, and communication with the Department of Labor.
  • Labour relations and Health and Safety Regulations.

Project Co-originator

Ackermans SA
03.2011 - 07.2012
  • Co-ordinate and manage shop fittings and time schedules with Shop Fitters, Store Managers, Area Managers and General Managers for ±300 Stores Nationwide

ASSISTANT LECTURER

University of Stellenbosch
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Lecturing 3rd Year Students: Zoology

Turn-Key Project Management

Best West Construction (Pty) Ltd
10.2008 - 12.2009
  • Residential property development - Rustenburg: Construction, Interior design and décor as well as landscaping
  • Six Town Houses, Rustenburg: Design, Construction, Landscaping & Interior Design
  • Vygeboom Dam: Interior Design
  • Hunky Dory investments: Interior design and decor

SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATOR

Middelburg High School
Middelburg
04.1992 - 12.1996
  • Teaching Biology (Grades 8 – 12)
  • Teaching Science (Grades 8 – 11)
  • Teaching Agricultural Science (Grades 8 – 10)

SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATOR

Volkskool High School
Potchefstroom
01.1992 - 04.1992
  • Teaching Biology (Grades 8 - 10)
  • Teaching Science (Grades 8 – 10)

Education

Certificate: Property Management (with distinction) - Property Management

University of Cape Town
Cape Town
12-2023

Advanced Course in Sectional Title Management (with Distinction) - Property Management

CPMD
Johannesburg
12-2022

Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management (Cum Laude) -

University of Stellenbosch Business School
01.2015

Masters in Science (M.Sc.)-(Cum Laude) -

North West University
01.1992

Higher Education Diploma -

North West University
01.1990

Matric -

High School Linden
Johannesburg
01.1985

Skills

  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Creative Problem Resolution
  • Task Ownership
  • Effective Multi-Tasking
  • Operational leadership
  • Board governance
  • Business start up

Languages

  • English, Second language
  • Afrikaans, Home language

Publications

  • The Influence of Temperature on the Life-Cycle of Dendrobaena Veneta (Oligochaeta), Viljoen S.A., Reinecke A.J., Hartman L.E., Soil Biology & Biochemistry, 24, 12, 1341 – 1344, 1992
  • Life-Cycle of the European Compost Worm Dendrobaena Veneta (Oligochaeta), Viljoen S.A., Reinecke A.J., Hartman L.E., S. Afr. J. Zool, 26, 1, 43-48, 1991

Hobbies and Interests

  • Sewing & Quilting
  • Interior Decorating
  • Gardening
  • Furniture restoration, renovation and redesign

Dependants

None

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 6707170093086
  • Age: 57
  • Marital Status: Single

Affiliations

  • Furniture restoration and redesign
  • Sewing, quilting, and interior design
  • Gardening and garden design

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Stabilis Treatment Centre
12.2023 - Current

GENERAL MANAGER

Jewish Accommodation for Fellow Aged (Jaffa)
05.2023 - 10.2023

ESTATE MANAGER

Retire@Midstream Retirement village
05.2017 - 04.2023

Project Co-originator

Ackermans SA
03.2011 - 07.2012

ASSISTANT LECTURER

University of Stellenbosch
01.2011 - 12.2011

Turn-Key Project Management

Best West Construction (Pty) Ltd
10.2008 - 12.2009

FOUNDING MEMBER & MANAGING DIRECTOR

Lone Creek River Lodge (Pty) Ltd
07.1996 - 03.2017

SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATOR

Middelburg High School
04.1992 - 12.1996

SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATOR

Volkskool High School
01.1992 - 04.1992

Certificate: Property Management (with distinction) - Property Management

University of Cape Town

Advanced Course in Sectional Title Management (with Distinction) - Property Management

CPMD

Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management (Cum Laude) -

University of Stellenbosch Business School

Masters in Science (M.Sc.)-(Cum Laude) -

North West University

Higher Education Diploma -

North West University

Matric -

High School Linden
Liezle Hartman