Tinashe Blessing Kandare

Company Overview: https://www.padenga.com/mining

Industry: Gold Mining

Immediate Superior: General Manager & Group HR Director

• Managed recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations for a team of 1,200+ employees in a Mining Operation.
• Developed and implemented HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with business goals.
• Streamlined HR processes through automation, improving efficiency and reducing errors.
• Successfully managed payroll, benefits, and employee relations, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to drive business outcomes through strategic HR initiatives.
• Developed and Implemented various HR strategies and initiatives.

Company Overview: www.sandvik.com

Industry: Mining & Engineering

Immediate Superior: Managing Director

Strategic HR Professional

Results-driven HR leader with expertise in developing and managing comprehensive HR programs, fostering positive employee relations, and driving business outcomes. Proven track record of partnering with business leaders to achieve organizational goals, ensuring compliance, and promoting diversity and inclusion.

Main Responsibilities as HRBP were as follows;

• Developed and managed strategic HR programs.
• Fostered positive employee relations and managed complex IR and legal issues.
• Partnered with business leaders to drive productivity & business outcomes.
• Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices.
• Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding.

Company Overview: Listed on the ZSE

Overseeing 2 Mining Operations i.e., Cam & Motor Mine & Empress Nickel Refinery

Industry: Mining – Gold Processing

Immediate Superior(s): General Manager

Cam & Motor Plant Size: 60,000tpm - Milling Capacity & a Total workforce of 1,000 employees

Strategic HR and IR Leader

• Developed and reviewed HR policies and procedures, guiding line management and staff on correct application.
• Fostered positive work environment, resolving conflicts efficiently and promoting successful outcomes.
• Developed HR Strategy integrated into the organization's Strategic Plan.
• Managed multiple projects, adhering to deadlines and budget constraints.
• Implemented safety protocols, performance management systems, and employee development programs.
• Championed productivity initiatives, including RBMS and OEE implementation.
• Established Standard Operating Procedures for HR function and introduced training department.
• Successfully implemented mining relocation plans and CSR programs.

• Company Overview: Listed on the ZSE
• Industry: FMCG – Food Processing / Dairy
• Immediate Superior(s): Managing Director / Group Human Resources Director

Strategic HR Business Partner

• Created a conducive industrial relations climate by ensuring legal compliance and facilitating employee engagement surveys.
• Provided compensation advice, monitored pay trends, and implemented pay structure revisions.
• Managed employee performance through analysis of productivity indices and performance management.
• Maintained organizational manpower needs through manpower planning, recruitment, and talent management.
• Developed human capital through training and development programs, talent management, and succession planning.
• Maintained staff benefits, HR records, and ensured professional development.
  
  Some key achievements include:
  
• Productivity Indices Metrics: Successfully introduced and implemented productivity indices metrics and incorporated them into the SAP ECC6 HR business intelligence system.
• Restructuring and Retrenchment: Implemented two major restructuring processes and executed retrenchment exercises in line with statutory provisions.
• Productivity Incentive Model: Introduced and implemented a productivity incentive model linked to Turnover and Operating profit targets and EBITA.
• Culture Change Agenda: Championed an organization-wide culture change agenda, establishing parameters such as "10 Habits to build and maintain Trust" and "Disciplines of Execution."