Wanitah Pietersen
HR Generalist
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven HR Generalist with five years of proven expertise in providing comprehensive human resources support. Adept at cultivating positive work environments through effective employee relations and strategic HR initiatives. Experienced in full-cycle recruitment, employee development, policy implementation, and HR compliance. Possess a strong understanding of labour laws and regulations, combined with a track record of successfully optimizing HR processes to drive organizational success. Seeking to leverage my hands-on experience and commitment to fostering a collaborative workplace in contributing to a dynamic team. Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HR Generalist
Camp Cover
02.2023 - Current
- Managed Payroll administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of Wages
- Improved employee retention by implementing effective onboarding and training programs
- Prepared detailed reports on key HR metrics for senior leadership's review, facilitating informed decision-making related to human resources operations strategy adjustments
- Conducted thorough job analyses to create accurate job descriptions for various roles within the organization
- Developed customized training programs to enhance employee skills and boost productivity levels
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies
- Oversaw and managed hiring process
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance
HR Generalist
Freudenberg Nonwoven
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Capturing and compiling of ATR and WSP and submitting through FP&M SETA website, Processing transactions and Recruiting on Workday system, General employee communication, Conducting interviews and coordinating onboarding process, Compiling close out reports for Trade tested apprentice, Drafting Interview questionnaire, Controlling and submission of Bi-weekly timesheets, Conducting Payroll preparation monthly and following up on discrepancies, Drafting of agreements with regards to shift pattern changes, Drafting of employment contracts and offers of employment, Facilitating Aptitude assessments, Compiling leave and absenteeism reports through SAGE ESS, Acting as the custodian of employee files, General HR administration
HR Officer - Shared Services
Restonic/Vitafoam
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Advising management on disciplinary measures and best practices, Full recruitment function, up to junior management level, Drafting warnings and disciplinary documentation, Drafting, review and updating policies and procedures, Job design- Drafting and updating of job descriptions, Capturing hours and preparing spreadsheets for payroll (2 companies), Liaising with shop stewards, unions, and bargaining council, Advising management on methods to improve staff morale, Arranging training for staff, Full termination and on-boarding function, Representing HR in Disciplinary enquiries, Monthly reporting to Head office and HR Manager, Drafting letters and memorandums, Ensuring company policies and procedures are adhered to, Drafting of contracts, Drafting requisitions and movement forms, Conflict management and acting as a mediator to resolve complex employee issues, Acting as the first point of contact for employee queries, Conducting pre-employment and exit interviews, Liaising with external Labour consultant, Managing Labour broker staff recruitment procedure, Conducting retrenchments and terminations, Updating and maintaining staff information on Psiber system, Editing and drawing of clock hours from 3G Biometrics system, Drafting of section189 letters and conducting section 189 consultations, Updating of site organogram and headcount reporting, Transfers of employees between companies, Updating of signage on Notice boards, Rectifying audit findings and compliance with DOL inspections, Arranging pre-employment and exit medicals
HR Practitioner
Camp Cover
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Full Time and attendance management, Full payroll function on Pastel payroll system, Drafting Employee documents and acting as their first point of contact, Administrating and conducting Disciplinary enquiries, Drafting and issuing of warnings, Administering and coordinating the Section 189 process, Drafting weekly and daily absenteeism reports, Implementation of Concerned discussions and conducting them with staff and supervisors, Adjusting policies and procedures and implementation, Full termination and off-boarding function, Compiling Monthly schedules for Sick fund, Trade union and provident fund, Drafting letters, procedures, memorandums, and warnings, Engaging with shop stewards, Arranging training for Employees, Providing in-house training to Supervisors, Filing & Data Capturing, Maintaining employee files, Management liaison and advising on best practice
Intern
PG Bison- Woodline
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Distributing and drawing up of HR documents, Acting as first point of contact for any HR queries, Issuing warnings and disciplinary paperwork, Attending and setting up disciplinary hearings, Setting up of meetings, Conducting Inductions and full recruitment function for General workers, Filing and updating employee training and disciplinary files, Daily site attendance capturing, Editing of clock-ins on Biometrics system, Employee relations, Consulting with Shop Stewards daily, Preparation of on boarding and termination packs, Drawing up and maintaining skills audit annually, Sitting alongside HR Manager in Shop steward Negotiations and at CCMA for IR related matters, Arranging pre-employment and exit medicals, Updating site disciplinary report etc., Filling in of leave forms and overtime sheets, Providing confirmation of employment (written & telephonic), Arranging training and collecting quotes, Drawing up monthly leave reports and communicating them with management, Application of company policies and procedures, Explaining company policy and procedures to employees and ensuring everything is in line with company policy
Education
Bcom Degree in Industrial And Organisational Psychology - Industrial And Organisational Psychology
UNISA
Cape Town 01.2022 - Current
Higher Certificate in Economic and Management Sciences -
UNISA
Cape Town 01.2020 - 2021.05
National Diploma in Human Resources Management -
Boland College Paarl
Paarl 01.2016 - 2020.05
Short Course in Business Management -
Boston City Campus And Business College
Paarl 01.2015 - 2015.05
High School Diploma -
New Orleans Secondary School
Paarl 01.2010 - 2014.05
Skills
Driver License
Code 08
Marital Status
Married
Own Transport
Yes
Training Completed
- Team Leader Development Training
- Incident investigation
- SAGE VIP Payroll
- Fire fighter Training
- ConArb Training
- Recruitment and selection Training
Personal Information
Gender: Female
References
- Gregory Kemp, Operations Manager (Restonic/Vitafoam), 082 402 9463
- Preston Jacobs, SHEQ Officer within HR Department (PG Bison), 0826506990
- Yvette Hannie, Office Manager (Camp Cover), 0672772977
Timeline
HR Generalist
Camp Cover
02.2023 - Current
HR Generalist
Freudenberg Nonwoven
03.2022 - 01.2023
Bcom Degree in Industrial And Organisational Psychology - Industrial And Organisational Psychology
UNISA
01.2022 - Current
HR Officer - Shared Services
Restonic/Vitafoam
01.2021 - 02.2022
HR Practitioner
Camp Cover
08.2020 - 12.2020
Higher Certificate in Economic and Management Sciences -
UNISA
01.2020 - 2021.05
Intern
PG Bison- Woodline
07.2018 - 06.2020
National Diploma in Human Resources Management -
Boland College Paarl
01.2016 - 2020.05
Short Course in Business Management -
Boston City Campus And Business College
01.2015 - 2015.05
High School Diploma -
New Orleans Secondary School
01.2010 - 2014.05
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