Sphelele Gazu

A motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Sociology graduate with practical experience in Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, Human Resources Administration, and Employee Relations gained through internship and volunteer roles at Nongoma Local Municipality. Knowledgeable in the Labour Relations Act (LRA), Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, employee relations administration, and workplace compliance. Experienced in preparing disciplinary documentation, maintaining employee relations records, coordinating disciplinary hearings, supporting labour-related processes, and liaising with employees and management.

Possesses strong administrative, communication, investigative, and report-writing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Committed to promoting fair labour practices and supporting effective employee relations within the workplace.

Volunteer – Administration Support - Nongoma Local Municipality

(2025-11 - 2026-01)

• Provided general administrative support, including filing, data capturing, and handling correspondence, resulting in improved office organisation and accessibility of records.
• Assisted with preparation and management of documents and registers, supporting accurate record-keeping and compliance with municipal procedures.
• Supported front-office and internal service delivery activities, contributing to improved response to enquiries from staff and stakeholders.
• Maintained confidentiality of administrative records, ensuring adherence to public service ethics and information security standards.
• Maintained accurate filing systems and administrative records, improving document accessibility and office efficiency.

Legal / Labour Relations Intern - Nongoma Local Municipality

(2024-10 - 2025-01)

• Assisted with employee relations and industrial relations administration in accordance with labour legislation and municipal policies.
• Prepared disciplinary, grievance and employee relations documentation for review by Labour Relations practitioners.
• Assisted in coordinating disciplinary hearings, consultations and employee relations meetings.
• Maintained disciplinary, grievance and employee relations records, ensuring accurate and confidential documentation.
• Assisted with investigations by gathering information, compiling documentation and maintaining case files.
• Supported management with the administration of labour-related matters and compliance requirements.
• Assisted in drafting correspondence, notices and reports relating to disciplinary and employee relations matters.
• Maintained registers and tracking systems for disciplinary and grievance cases.
• Assisted with policy communication and employee awareness regarding workplace procedures and conduct.
• Ensured labour relations files remained accurate, organized and audit-ready.

Human Resources Intern - Nongoma Local Municipality

(2023-10 - 2024-01)

• Assisted with human resource administration, including personnel file management, contributing to accurate and compliant employee records.
• Supported recruitment and selection processes, including interview scheduling and documentation, contributing to effective staffing processes.
• Assisted with onboarding and appointment documentation, supporting adherence to HR policies and procedures.
• Captured and updated HR data on systems and spreadsheets, improving data accuracy and reporting support.
• Supported recruitment, onboarding, and employee record management processes, contributing to accurate and efficient HR administration.

Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Sociology - University of Zululand KwaDlangezwa Campus (2025)

National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 - Mchitheki High School (2022)