Introduction :
Novas Labour Relations Consulting (Pty) Ltd. originally commenced business in August 1992 as Piron Smit & Associates cc. Since then it has been providing a full spectrum of Labour Relations and Human Resources Consulting services to a wide variety of clients.
The Novas approach is to build long-term relationships with our clients in order to get a thorough knowledge and understanding of their business. The service we provide is both hands on and strategic.
Our business :
Our business consists of the following types of services viz.:
Consulting Services :
Consulting services provided, cover advice in all areas of labour legislation and labour relations as well as human resources management and include:
- General advice on Labour Relations and Human Resources issues.
- Attending meetings and negotiations with shop stewards and/or union officials.
- Chairing of disciplinary hearings and appeals hearings.
- Assisting Employers / Representing members of the Employer Associations with disputes referred to the CCMA and/or Bargaining Council.
- Dealing with any strike or other form of industrial action.
- Dispute resolution including mediation in internal disputes.
Training and Development :
Through our Training Division, Novas Learning Solutions we conduct Labour Relations training courses, either in-house or on an open enrolment basis.
These courses are developed by ourselves, are topical and have always resulted in positive feedback. Courses can be tailor-made to satisfy client’s specific needs.