The truth is that we have to conduct scenario-planning for the next 5 years in a very disruptive environment. This session looked at the mega-trends impacting TES and staffing solutions and the response required from a HR and labour relations context. Specifically, looking at o Working arrangements o Platform work o Employee wellbeing o Legal…
Why should a TES join the CEA (TESD)?
The Metal Industry Main Agreement (MA) was gazetted by the Minister of Employment and Labour on 7 October and became legally binding on all employers, including Temporary Employment Service (TES) providers, in the metals and engineering (M&E) sector on 17 October 2022. A key and unique feature of the MA is that it does not…
THE BIGGEST INDUSTRIAL SECTORS IN SOUTH AFRICA AND WHY EMPLOYMENT WITHIN THESE SECTORS KEEPS THEM GOING
November (Adcorp BLU) By: Hayden Johnson The manufacturing sector is the fourth largest industry in South Africa – one of the key contributors to GDP growth and a core driver of direct employment. A robust manufacturing industry stimulates growth, which creates demand for employment in other market sectors, such as the service industry, empowering communities…
Now is the time to adapt your leadership with EQ
“Think carefully about change and the impact it has on people.” That’s the relevant advice John Botha offers to leaders and managers in the latest webinar arranged by the Temporary Employment Services Division (TESD). The Leading and Managing with Emotional Intelligence webinar shares a business model for enhanced success, resilience and adaptability. Botha kicks off…
WHY IS THE SA MANUFACTURING SECTOR NOT PRODUCING AT FULL CAPACITY?
By: Louis Van Tonder (BLU by Adcorp) Years before the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic were felt worldwide, the South African manufacturing sector had been feeling the pressure. Between 2015 and 2020, the total capacity utilisation in the manufacturing sector has averaged only 79.8%. The question remains, why is South Africa’s manufacturing industry not…
Are We Helping South African Women Thrive in the Workplace?
Thousands attended and celebrated this year’s national ceremony for Women’s Day in Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal. It is a day to push awareness for the rights of women and a call to action against abuse, violence and harassment of South Africa’s women. But what about the other 364 days of the year? It’s important for business owners…
Understanding New Legislation on Workplace Harassment
When new legislation is implemented, it is crucial for businesses and employees to understand how it will impact each of them right now and influence future practices. At the beginning of this month, John Botha, CEO of Global Business Solutions, led the webinar hosted by the Temporary Employment Services Division (TESD) to unpack the latest…
How Do We Navigate the Rising Gig Economy as Temporary Employment Services in SA?
The Temporary Employment Services (TES) industry is adapting to a changing labour market. The Fourth Industrial Revolution has ushered in exciting developments such as the everyday use of artificial intelligence, wireless digital technologies, robotics, a constantly expanding internet as well as a fusing of digital and physical worlds. Undoubtedly, these have played a major role…
Offering Compliant Temporary Employment Services: How and Why?
The Temporary Employment Services (TES) structure involves three: the client, the TES company and the employee. In this type of employment relationship, the TES company, also known as labour brokers, recruits employees to make them available to work for their client. According to the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995, the TES company is considered…
How Could Proposed Labour Migration Regulations Affect Temporary Employment?
The Minister of Employment and Labour has recently released the Draft National Labour Migration Policy and the Employment Services Amendment Bill for public comment. In short, the former addresses issues relating to labour migration governance and management in South Africa. It goes hand in hand with the proposed Employment Services Amendment Bill; providing a policy…