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David Ralph Sladen Muller

Nothing is impossible for the passionate and dedicated achiever

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Work Experience

  • Director Human Capital Management, Administration, Compliance & ServicesFull Time

    TAL Garment Manufacturing Plc.,

    Feb 2018 - Present -7 yrs, 5 months

    Ethiopia , Hawassa

    • Job Details:Given the opportunity as Head of Human Capital Management to implement complete Human Resource functions, crafting of the Employee Handbook including policies, guidelines, standards, systems, and process in line with labor proclamation rules and regulations of the country and introduction of the global performance management Systems and best models for attracting the best talent we as a Team were able to; • Source, Screen, Grade and Attract the right talent fulfilling 100% demand using modern tools for recruitment • Drive Lowest % attrition and absenteeism for staff/operators 2018 implementing robust incentive schemes • Achieve zero workdays lost to work stoppage ensuring great Employee Relations and Work Culture • Be recognized as Employer of Choice at all universities and suburbs of Hawassa for both staff and operators for 2018 • Implement segregation of waste for recycling, and upcycling and be recognized for contributing to the green index • Develop the best program to train and retain HP (High performing) and SHP (Sustained high performing), employees • Accomplish the first choice of external organizations to work with on projects promoting industrialization in Hawassa
  • Head of Human Resources, Administration, sustainability and ComplianceFull Time

    Hela Indochine Apparels Plc

    Nov 2016 - Feb 2018 -1 yr, 3 months

    Ethiopia , Hawassa

    • Job Details:Delegated the task of setting up an apparel manufacturing facility as well as bringing together two organizations to one management Team in Ethiopia as Head of Human Resources, Administration, Compliance, and ESH where industrialized apparel manufacture was new, we had to introduce methods for sourcing, screening, grading, recruiting, training and multi-skilling a workforce that could manufacture for international brands. This task required working with central and regional government establishments, universities, NGO’s and civil society organizations to support industrialization in every aspect building mutual trust and respect amongst all groups. This enabled the HR Team to; • Implement worker councils opposed to unionization ensuring, a culture of happiness, safety and harmony at work • Attract the best talent from Universities across Ethiopia to train as young leaders/ managers creating an awesome culture • Be a key stakeholder with the Ethiopian Economic Commission / Labor Ministry to bring in new labor legislation • Unite all investors to one group and work together ensuring we all progress learning from each other • Achieve profitability in the Industrial Zone breaking even in the second year of operation • Be recognized as the first Lean-aligned factory which was used as a model for future investors by the Government
  • Head of Human Resources, Administration, sustainability and ComplianceFull Time

    MAS Fabrics - Matrix

    Feb 2012 - Oct 2016 -4 yrs, 8 months

    Sri Lanka , Colombo

    • Job Details:Setting up of one of the best performing companies in the MAS Holdings organization. Matrix is a company that acclaimed many records such as the steepest ramp up in NIKE history, First company to make profit in the first year of operation and to be recognized by many certifying, auditing and awarding companies. Currently the company stands tall among many others in the group with the best in innovation on Knit and 1st in many great projects receiving accolades and recognition globally. Key Responsibilities Recruitment, staffing and attrition management at all levels, Policy, process & systems to regulatory and customer compliance, Strategic planning, Training & development, Compensating & benefits, PMS, Worker council formation & management, Facilities & services administration, , Employee relations & wellbeing, Safety, Health, Environment and CSR management,
  • Manager Administration Facilities and ServicesFull Time

    Unilever Sri Lanka Plc

    Jun 2007 - Oct 2012 -5 yrs, 4 months

    Sri Lanka , Colombo

    • Job Details:With the restructuring of Unilever Global facility and service management systems a new facility administration and service delivery department was created under the purview of the Human Resources Department. 1600 strong workforce with 4 deputy managers and 13 Staff reporting Key Responsibilities Manage: Workplace Facilities and Services Administration, Road and office safety, Agile Working GPW project management, Clubs & society, Budgeting, Employee wellness, Overseas Travel and Conventions, venue management for product launches, Projects - MORPH, DIAMOND etc.,
  • Education

    • Master's Degree in Business Administration

      Australian Institute of Business,Heriot Watt University

      Jan 2017 

    • MSc in Business Psychology

      Heriot Watt University

      Jan 2011 - Jan 2015 - 4 yr

    Achievements

    Global Award for Zero waste to landfill Nike award for the fastest people ramp-up of a start-up company National Award for Safest Work environment National Award for Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility Regional award for Best Human Resource best practices

    Skills

    Languages

    • English

      Fluent
    • Tamil

      Intermediate

    Training & Certifications

    • HRD Audit

      Institute of Personel Management·2015
    • OHSAS 18001

      SGS·2015
    • Leadership

      MDA Associates·2014
    • Project Management

      PMI·2010
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