HR Business Partner

Function:
Responsible for provision of full human resources service to all Puma entities in the country
Assist the Global HR team, supporting the development of a robust framework for scalable expansion and integration of Puma entities. Ensuring smooth tactical deployment of Global policies & processes, with input in design thereof (e.g., Talent Management &/or Performance Management &/or Recruitment, Benefits initiatives)
Partnering with local GM and providing technical HR expertise to local HR to promote on-going knowledge and skill development, and global team spirit. Consolidation of in country HR data and performance metrics for measuring effectiveness of HR initiatives and function in driving organizational performance and containing costs across region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take hands on approach in the development and improvement of HR in new and existing countries.
• Plans, develops and coordinates HR initiatives in support of business goals as instructed by GM.
• Adapts global HR initiatives as necessary to local organization needs within defined boundaries, and assists local management in implementing by effectively communicating on goals and implications.
• Provides strategic business partner (part of local leadership team), and field employee/labour relations support to local businesses in region.
• Drive strategic people initiatives and programs through the organization and mobilize the management team to excel in the successful execution of people strategy.
• Interprets and communicates business needs, and identifies or assists in crafting appropriate solutions to meet needs, within framework of Puma global HR initiatives.
• Promote harmonious and business effective relations with the Trade Unions and employees generally.
• Provides defined metrics for measuring effectiveness of HR programs in driving organizational performance and containing costs.
• Effectively Liaises with other Puma HR teams to minimise any duplication of efforts and maximise alignment and mutual support.

Requirements:

Mandatory Education:

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related areas.

Experience:

• Min 5-10 years’ of human resources management, with increasing levels of experience in a medium to large multinational, preferably in multi-cultural environments.
• Knowledge of Human Resources related programs, processes, tools, policies and guidelines and their application to complex organizational issues.
• Knowledge of organizational concepts, including: team management, organizational design, resource utilization and workforce planning.
• Proven experience in dealing with HR matters related to acquisitions and its derived components for the HR function (e.g. experience in due diligence, restructuring, among others).

Skills:

• Computer Skills (MS Office)
• Business Knowledge
• Leadership Skills
• Numeric & Analytical skills
• Fluent English

Competencies:

• High energy and a ‘can do’ attitude, creating a positive culture in the company.
• Leadership skills in order to drive strategic people initiatives and programs through the organization and mobilize the management team to excel in the successful execution of people strategies.
• Leadership and teamwork.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Open, honest and direct communicator.
• Customer focus, both internal and external, enhancing Puma Energy’s reputation as a preferred employer in the market and good corporate citizen.
• Ability to deliver results, meeting people goals and achieving employee satisfaction.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict management dealing with sensitive employee relation’s issues.
• Competence in dealing with trade unions.

Compliance and HSSEC:

Quality Management System Compliance

• Comply and support the Quality Management system in all aspects of your role.
• Adopt and implement the principles of continuous improvement in all aspects of your role.
• Ensure the awareness of customer requirements (internal & external) are promoted throughout the business.
• Review, monitor and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the quality management system.
• Engage, support and continuously improve communication processes that support the quality management system and provide positive outcomes for the business, customers and key stakeholders.

Workplace Health & Safety

• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety
• Take reasonable care that your acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons
• Comply, so far as you are reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction and training that is given
• Co-operate with any reasonable policy or procedure relating to health, safety or environment at the workplace that has been notified to you
• Attend and actively participate in consultative arrangements such as toolbox talks and risk assessments
• Ensure that any hazards, incidents, accidents or near-hits are reported to your supervisor.
• Use machinery and equipment (including personal protective equipment-PPE) only in accordance with the procedures and training provided to you.
• Be familiar with evacuation and emergency procedures and the location of first aid and fire equipment.
• Ensure your activities do not cause, or are not likely to cause, environmental harm
• Minimize waste; separate reusable and recyclable materials from the general waste stream, use bins provided.
• Clean up spills appropriately and notify your Supervisor.