Reabetswe Motshegare
HR Professional | M.B.A
Johannesburg,20211108
Summary
Experienced HR Professional with over a decade of in the manufacturing and Property Industry. I have an excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Over the years, I have learned to serve with excellence and humility in my field of work. My ability to engage with employees at a junior level (be it a technician) to a senior level (be it as executive member) has helped me positively influence those around me and many times drive employees towards achieving common business goals.
I am a dedicated and results driven individual who thrives in an enabling and competitive environment. My diverse background working in Angola, Morocco, Botswana and South Africa, both in the manufacturing and property industry and in global and multinational organisations has truly challenged and matured my professional understanding of working in a matrix organisation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business Partner Lead
Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd
07.2021 - Current
- Delivered and practically demonstrated Business Partnering to both the Sales and Shared Services division
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support the Sales and Shared Services division
- Developed and carried out day-day-day manager and employee performance management training accurately and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with exco members in the Sale and Shared Services division
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations within the People Function
- Performed and implemented Talent Acquisition strategy for the business with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote an enabling working environment.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement within the divisions I support.
- Entrenched and onboarded new practices in the divisions by entering into Success Factors and setting up in time clock.
- Successfully closed down 2 sites where our employees were based impacting over 20 employees within 3 month following our Employee Relations process.
- Successfully partnered with the People Chief Officer in implementing the People Strategy.
- Submitted boardpacks and monthly management reports on the departments performance.
People Operations and Systems Lead
Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Fully implemented and monitored internal Employee Self Service system (SuccessFactors) for the entire business
- Supervised day-to-day activities of our HR information systems ensuring that data is kept accurate
- Maintained data integrity in systems by regularly analyzing data and building HR metrics
- Partnered alongside the IT department to perform regular assessments and improvements to the system
- Designed user-friendly processes, guidelines, and documentation for internal HR controls i.e EAF
- Oversee all system upgrades and system additions in partnership with the EMIA in ensuring successful implementation
- Carried out all HR communication and special projects ensuring that the organisation is kept abreast of all initiatives
- Successfully managed end-to-end Talent Acquisition strategies (on boarding and off boarding) for the region
- Led TidyFiles project and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Senior HR Business Partner – Office Sector and Coastal
Growthpoint Properties (Pty) Ltd (JSE Listed)
07.2015 - 11.2020
- Successfully project managed Acucap & Tiber acquisitions with Growthpoint with over 150 employees
- Aligned remuneration and benefits for all impacted employees in from the Acquisition
- Aligned work skills plan for the Office Sector for all employees including new acquisitions
- Implemented and entrenched Talent Acquisition policy and practices for the organisation
- Re-vamped the on-boarding process and introduced on-boarding for General Workers.
- Managed end to end graduate programme in Universities with the Training Department
- Fully implemented Performance Management System for all employees and managers
- Consistently coached and supported executive managers to ensure that practical performance management knowledge is transferred
- Managed all Employee Relations matters and represented the company at CCMA.
- Managed the salary and bonus process in partnership with the Remuneration and Benefits Manager
- Led and managed EE targets within the Office and Coastal region
- Annually reported on Skills Development and Annual Training Plan for the regions
- Fully managed HR annual budget (cost vs spend)
- Managed succession planning and capacity building initiatives for the Office and Coastal region
- Led and managed the implementation of OD initiatives for the business unit
- Led and ensure successful implementation of the Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
- Kept abreast with property trends in the industry and advise exco on new initiatives
- Successfully managed the end to end retrenchment process for the Office sector, retrenching 55 employees.
- Successfully compiled quarterly and monthly board packs to present to the board and auditors as part of a JSE listed organisation.
Senior HR Generalist
Cummins Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd, Cummins Southern Africa
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Monitored HR Functional Excellence data integrity by monthly auditing employee files, the HR system and monthly reports/statistics
- Reviewed and suggested improvements to the organizational structures and work processes
- Administered all engagements and terminations due to retrenchment, incapacity or misconduct within area of responsibility; advise managers on the correct process & best practices around these terminations; ensure Fair Labour Practices are followed at all times
- Fully partnerned with business leaders for BOtswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Angola
- Worked closely with Merseta and partnered with training department in building pipeline for technicians for the business for over 200 employees.
- Ensured all trained employees are assessed competent and the training inventory is accordingly updated to reflect the acquisition of skills
- Facilitated compensation process and benefits administration by partnering with shared services and corporate human resources ensuring expat and cross border movements are done mostly for Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Angola and Mozambique Develops and implements workforce compensation recommendations in partnership with Rewards Leader for Africa.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes and talent management for the Africa business i looked after.
- Analyzed issues and employed improvement processes for the Southern Africa business.
HR Generalist
Cummins Africa
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Successfully investigated unethical cases, misconduct, prepare charge sheets and convene disciplinary hearings
- Keept abreast with labour relations regulations and implement changes in the workplace
- Resolved conflicts and provided coaching and counseling on human resources matters for individuals or groups within a defined organization or function
- Led performance management activities, including employee development planning
- Actively involved in expatriate Mobility and Relocation and provided ongoing guidance and counseling to relocating employees
- Assisted with the development of budgets and manages costs and expenses related to relocation deliverables where Global Mobility does not get involved
- Administered the collection, consolidation and interpretation of data required to support management of relocation services and provide management reporting to the HR Director and Global Mobility Manager
- Conducted reviews of moderately complex relocation inquiries and issues and assists with corrective action plans
- Business Partnering and Growth – Morocco and Angola Fully onboard new staff to the business
- Compiled employment contracts as required by local law or practice in each country.
- Consulted with managers, employees and candidates regarding the company’s visa and immigration processes and policies; advises employees regarding travel restrictions and general direction related to the visa application process
- Initiated and managed immigration cases with outside legal service providers to ensure compliance, optimal processing timelines, and maximum efficiency; makes decisions related to the most effective course of action to take to address employee and business needs based on immigration provider input
- Inducted the HR Managers in each country on Cummins best practices.
HR Intern
Cummins Africa
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Created, maintained and updated employee files as necessary Administration of employee terminations Organization of departmental HR meetings and functions, this includes compiling agendas and writing minutes
- Prepared monthly, weekly and daily logs using Microsoft Office Suite
- Worked with HR team to coordinate company events.
- Assisted human resources and recruiting teams by scheduling phone screens and on-site interviews and planning recruitment related events.
Student Assistant
University of Johannesburg (R.A.U)
01.2008 - 05.2010
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail.
Education
Higher Certificate - Organizational Leadership & Leading Others
University of Pretoria Business School (GIBBS)
09.2021 - Current
Master’s of Business Administration (MBA - Organisational Design, Strategic
University of Witswatersrand Business School
01.2016 - 12.2017
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration
University of South Africa
01.2013 - 12.2013
B.com Honours - Industrial Psychology, Industrial, Research Design and Analysis
University of Johannesburg (R.A.U)
01.2010 - 12.2010
B.com - Industrial Psychology
University of Johannesburg (R.A.U)
Higher Certificate -
Carleton Jones High School
Skills
Business partnership development
undefinedAdditional Information
Student Development Leader for JB Marks Trust Fund - National Union of Mineworkers 2008 to date
Syndicate Representative for MBA Class 2016/2017
Corporate Responsibility Site Member (2011), still participating in company projects at Jordan House
University of Johannesburg SRC Sub-committee (2008 – 2009) Learners Representative Council 2000-2005
Accomplishments
Cummins Morocco:
1. Successfully put in place a team of 10 employees in the early stages of establishing Cummins North Africa within a period of 6 months in 2011/12.
Cummins Angola:
1. Successfully implemented HR practices such as recruitment, talent management, performance management, employee relations etc for the region.
2. Documented and resolved Employee Compensation inconsistencies which led to harmonising employees benefits across the business.
Growthpoint South Africa:
1. Fully implemented MBA research findings resulting in Exco adopting the research for EE targets.
Bridgestone South Africa:
1. Introduced an onboarding and offboarding process for permanent and temp employees and hired 70 graduates through that programme.
Affiliations
- CHRO member
- Directors Association of South Africa
- Toastmasters
Timeline
Higher Certificate - Organizational Leadership & Leading Others
University of Pretoria Business School (GIBBS)
09.2021 - Current
Business Partner Lead
Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd
07.2021 - Current
People Operations and Systems Lead
Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd
12.2020 - 06.2021
Master’s of Business Administration (MBA - Organisational Design, Strategic
University of Witswatersrand Business School
01.2016 - 12.2017
Senior HR Business Partner – Office Sector and Coastal
Growthpoint Properties (Pty) Ltd (JSE Listed)
07.2015 - 11.2020
Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration
University of South Africa
01.2013 - 12.2013
Senior HR Generalist
Cummins Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd, Cummins Southern Africa
01.2013 - 06.2015
HR Generalist
Cummins Africa
01.2011 - 12.2012
HR Intern
Cummins Africa
06.2010 - 12.2010
B.com Honours - Industrial Psychology, Industrial, Research Design and Analysis
University of Johannesburg (R.A.U)
01.2010 - 12.2010
Student Assistant
University of Johannesburg (R.A.U)
01.2008 - 05.2010
B.com - Industrial Psychology
University of Johannesburg (R.A.U)
Higher Certificate -
Carleton Jones High School
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