Lindsay Kernohan

Experience

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  National Grid

  Nov 2000 - Aug 2004

  HR Business Partner

  Working as an HR Generalist, broad experience was gained through support of various business units within this FTSE 100 organisation and HR experience was developed from entry level through to the professional HR practitioner level. Key projects:• Development and implementation of a new Recruitment & Selection Policy and Procedure for the organisation.• Assessment, analysis and solutions to a severe Power Systems Engineer skills shortage at National Grid (this is the core skill of the business so critical to the business).• Change management in relation to redundancy, relocation, outplacement and organisation re- design. Show less

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  SKYCITY Auckland

  Jan 2005 - Jul 2006

  HR Business Partner

  Building on the strong foundations developed in the UK as a credible HR practitioner, this was a generalist role providing HR support to the Attractions & Support Services operations at SKYCITY, with a specific accountability for the Food & Beverage side of the business. Key projects:• Remuneration review for the Rigging Services team to align internal rates with that of the external market. This strategy was both to encourage recruitment but, more critically, enhance retention;• Change management in relation to departmental restructures;• Development of a skills matrix for Food & Beverage to identify key skills required at different levels of waged roles, and provide a consistent, transparent framework to assist in recruitment, development and management of employees.• Communications strategy to enhance employee relations within Attractions & Support Services – this was at the manager/employee level to ensure that employees understood what was happening not only within the broader business, but more specifically the area in which they work day-to-day. Show less

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  SkyCity Entertainment Group

  Jul 2006 - Jun 2007

  HR Manager - Projects

  Responsible for key HR Projects across the SKYCITY Group, and reporting to the GM – Group HR this role worked in conjunction with the Operational HR teams to ensure that solutions were aligned to the needs of the business. Key projects:- Development of an integrated Group wide set of HR Policies & Procedures to provide overarching guiding principles through which SKYCITY could operate its business, complying with appropriate legislation and reflecting good practice.- Review of all salaried/Executive employment agreements across the Group in pursuit of greater consistency and also compliance with the Australian WorkChoices legislation.- HR Branding – the development of an HR Brand to establish a clear identity for all internal HR related activities linked to the SKYCITY mission, vision and values. Show less

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  Manukau City Council

  Jun 2007 - Jul 2008

  HR Manager

  Responsible for all aspects of HR for Manukau Leisure Services (MLSL) both on a day to day operational level and also at a higher strategic level, this role reported in to both the MCC HR team and also directly the MLSL CEO. Key projects:• Absenteeism management – high levels of absenteeism were significantly managed down through the creation and management of a new Health Leave procedure. Training and education of both managers and staff was critical to the success of this project. Result was higher productivity and employee engagement.• Development of a performance management system for mangers at MLSL and an associated remuneration matrix – this also included a process to transfer all senior mangers onto Individual Employment Agreements.• Reviewing and updating all MLSL HR policies and procedures. This involved identifying gaps and creating new Policies & Procedures where necessary. • Re-designing and running Seasonal Lifeguard assessment days to facilitate an effective and efficient process for this high-volume annual recruitment need.• Development of an exit process to identify key turnover trends. Show less

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  Tui

  Jul 2016 - Sept 2020

  HR Manager

  Sole charge HR role reporting to the MD, responsible for all aspects of HR (including payroll) and Health & Safety both on a day to day operational level and as part of the Senior Leadership Team. Also operated as part of the Global HR team.Key projects:• Development and embedding of company values – focus groups to gain employee input and engagement & integration with performance management system and recognition programme to help support and drive these.• Remuneration review to determine salary policy and provide a framework for the business to inform and support recruitment, internal relativities, and progression.• Review of performance management system and implementation of revised framework to support greater engagement and drive not only performance but also culture.• Development of a skills/wage matrix for operational staff to provide a clear framework for progression and platform for recruitment. Show less

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  Sparks HR

  Oct 2020 - Mar 2023

  Director/Owner

  I help businesses drive performance by igniting their people and profit. I am passionate about helping businesses create and grow strong, positive relationships and build a culture which thrives on engaging and empowering your most valuable asset.............your people.Strong business performance comes down to how you engage, empower and recognise your people. Sparks HR takes the time to understand the context in which you are operating and works with you to provide tailored, bespoke solutions to support your business and your people. Show less

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  HumanEx

  Mar 2022 - now

  Mental Health First Aid Instructor

  Mental Health First Aid Instructor delivering Mental Health First Aid training to communities and workplaces across NZ.

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  Sparks Leadership

  Apr 2023 - now

  Director / Owner