Sivakumar

Responsible for the full spectrum of Human Resources management functions and general Administrative support services for Turn Around projects.

• Reviewed and responded to urgent HR-related escalations.
• Initiated successful workforce planning, job realignment, employee involvement, and team-building projects.
• Maintained open-door policy to encourage employee communication and conflict resolution.
• Creating and lead a high-performing team

Overall generalist HR responsibility for the UAE business unit. Partnered with business unit MD to deliver a strong HR Service support and help grow the business.

• Most senior HR executive in Cape - UAE Business unit , directed 6 HR professionals in staffing, recruitment, benefits, training, leadership development, succession planning, HRIS, and regulatory compliance.
• Enabled operational change essential to the reduction in HR costs
• Introduced proactive employee relations and communications programs to resolve previous labor and management issues and restore the credibility and employee-centric focus of the HR organization
• Rolled-out and embedding Company’s new values and behaviors throughout the country including facilitation of workshops, and a communication plan
• Development and supporting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy of the company in the Middle East

HR responsibility for Cape in the Middle East Region, covering the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait. Worked closely with the Regional MD & HR Director to deliver people solutions that positively impact the business and enable growth.

• Ensured right channels and partners to source both competent blue-collar workers and key talent for senior positions, as well ensuring the right initiatives and programmes are in place to foster employee engagement.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
• Drove transition from outdated HR systems into a fully integrated HRIS platform. Instantly improved analysis, reporting, and planning capabilities while streamlining daily HR functions.
• Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.

General operational Human Resources responsibility, covering recruitment, training, compensation and benefits, employee relations, reporting to Operations Director & Regional HR Director with frequent interactions with Regional management team.

• Spearheaded value-add employee recognition and awards programs.
• Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
• Briefed new hires on essential job information, such as company policies, employment benefits and job duties.
• Worked as effective team member while contributing to local and regional HR projects.
• Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.

• Coordinated and aligned corporate and office schedules and disseminated important work information to employees.
• Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings.
• Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
• Sourced vendors for special project needs and negotiated contracts.
• Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.