Naqib Sarwary
New Zealand
Summary
Experienced Human Resources practitioner with a robust employee relations background and expertise in crafting comprehensive documentation for Human Resources processes, providing advice on Company policies and procedures and interpreting legislation. Backed by a solid foundation in employee relations, I excel in developing and implementing policies and procedures that align with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements. With a keen eye for detail and a dedication to accuracy, I ensure that all HR documentation is meticulously drafted and effectively communicates key information to stakeholders. Key attributes that have consistently set me apart as a professional include my exceptional communication skills, analytical mindset, and proactive approach to problem solving before they escalate.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
First Security Guard Services
2022.02 - Current
- Improve HR understanding and lift capability of those who manage staff through coaching, advice and support that adds learning and value
- Manage and support the on-boarding and exit process with managers
- Provide appropriate and effective advice and assistance to managers and team leaders regarding selection processes and recruitment best practice
- Provide advice to all staff in relation to HR Policies, procedures and related NZ HR Practices
- Advise and assist managers on any employment relations and performance management issues
- Provide managers with advice and assistance when dealing with organisational change and manage the consultation processes
- Assist the National HR Manager with personal grievance actions and ERA claims
- Provide appropriate remuneration advice to managers.
- Assist the National HR Manager with the annual PDR and remuneration review process
- Ensure that managers' are familiar with and comply with Wilson HR Policies and procedures
- Develop the employee lifecycle processes and procedures from onboarding to exit
- Develop effective employment relations and change management policies and procedures
- Develop HR reports and provide advice and analysis of HR information and trends for the HR Manager and wider team
- Prepare presentations for SMT highlighting key HR metrics
- Deliver exceptional customer service, both internally and externally
- Build effective relationships with managers to influence managers in the execution of their staff accountabilities
- Work collaboratively with other people and in the team to support key team objectives and share information
- Develop and maintain effective employment relations with staff and union representatives
- Work with managers to ensure that effective industrial relationships are maintained
- Participate in collective bargaining processes
- Administer employment offers and agreements for salaried staff
- Administer variation of terms and conditions of employment for salaried staff
- Conduct regular reviews of Individual Employment Agreements to ensure compliance with current NZ employment laws
- Contribute as a key project team member to a wide range of projects focussed on the development of new initiatives, programs and policies across all aspects of our HR strategy
People and Capability Advisor
Ventia
2019.08 - 2022.02
- Provide expert case management for complex employee relations matters such as performance counselling, investigations, managing ill and injured employees, terminations and escalate matters as necessary
- Provide expert, timely and accurate advice in relation to the interpretation and application of company policies and procedures, employment-related legislation, industrial instruments and escalate matters as necessary
- Provide advice on the interpretation of Collective Agreements, Individual Agreements, Awards, National Employment Standards and any other applicable agreement
- Be a point of contact for the payroll team to deal with pay related queries involving the interpretation and application of industrial instruments and contracts of employment
- Increase the capability of business leaders and the human resources team in areas of employee and industrial relations through education, coaching and advice to enable self-management of employee relations issues
- Present formal training sessions on employee relations topics Work closely with HR Business Partners and Employee Relations Managers to ensure consistency in the delivery of employee relations advice and to ensure matters are managed in line with the human resources and employee relations strategy and business objectives
Employment Relations Advisor
Woolworths New Zealand
2017.11 - 2019.08
- Provide up to date advice and guidance in Employment Relations matters and processes to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation for the people leaders of Woolworths New Zealand
- Monitor an 0800 number and ER team email inbox and respond to queries
- Case management for all divisions of Woolworths New Zealand
- Ensure quality escalations of ER cases (via escalation or handover) to ER Case Specialists and / or Culture and People Partner's
- Stay abreast of internal policy, external legislation, and trends in order to provide accurate advice and support back to the business
- Frequent updates of all communication channels to the Woolworths New Zealand business, e.g Workplace Facebook
- Identify ways to improve the overall service and knowledge across Woolworths New Zealand on ER matters
- Attend disciplinary meetings as a support person for Managers
- Communicate with Unions regarding issues Union members have come across
Response Support Officer
WorkSafe New Zealand
2014.12 - 2017.11
- Providing information on the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- Gathering detailed information for Response Inspectors to make the correct triage decision
- First point of contact for workplace incidents
- Assigning files to local offices for workplace assessments
- Providing guidance to customers about reportable and non- reportable incidents
Information Officer
Ministry Of Business, Innovation And Employment
2013.09 - 2014.12
- Providing information on the Employment Relations Act, Holidays Act, Minimum Wage Act and Wages Protection Act
- Responding to customers questions through email and by a phone call
- Keeping up to date with legislative changes
Education
High School Diploma -
Lynfield College
Auckland12.2011
Skills
- Strong knowledge in running investigations and disciplinary procedures
- Strong knowledge of the Employment Relations Act, its interpretation and how to apply it
- Strong knowledge of the Fair Work Act, its interpretation and how to apply it
- Managing Staff
- Communication
- Conflict resolution
- Facilitating and providing hands on training and development to Managers and Employees
- Employment Relations
- Union grievance resolution
- Strong negotiator
- Very proactive, consciously thinking of anticipated events
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Systems, Office Suite, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (including Regulations)
Interests
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
- Learning and trying new things
- Sports
Referees
- Available on request
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner
First Security Guard Services
2022.02 - Current
People and Capability Advisor
Ventia
2019.08 - 2022.02
Employment Relations Advisor
Woolworths New Zealand
2017.11 - 2019.08
Response Support Officer
WorkSafe New Zealand
2014.12 - 2017.11
Information Officer
Ministry Of Business, Innovation And Employment
2013.09 - 2014.12
High School Diploma -
Lynfield College
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