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Ockert Botha, Regional Manager I started my career in Human Resources in 1989 and specialised in Industrial Relations for approximately 8 years. Having had a passion for Human Resources systems, I moved to the Human Resources information Systems department at Rand Water and then on to do general Human Resources consulting before joining the CRS Gauteng team in 2008. I completed my B Com degree, majoring in Industrial Psychology, Economics and Business Economics at the then RAU. I am an avid gardener, hiker, and reader (up to 5 books at a time!!) and enjoy the outdoors in general.
Warren Barley, Project Manager I studied Travel and Tourism at Wits Technicon but soon realized my true calling and went on to study at UNISA and attained a Certificate in Project Management. I have travelled extensively and lived in Switzerland and the UK, where I have learnt much of what I know today. I joined CRS 2 years ago as Project Manager, where I take charge of implementations. I am very passionate about horses and competed in show jumping for many years.
Marshall Hanekom, Consultant I came in contact with CRS about 18 years ago while working in the IT Department for Vleissentraal, where I first implemented and then worked on the then CRS AS400 system. I joined CRS 8 years later, where for the past 10 years, have been handling conversions, support and new implementations. I am an avid Lions supporter and believe that they will be the Curry Cup champs in the near future!
Alida Leigh, Consultant I started at CRS in September 1999 and currently hold the position of Senior Client Consultant, responsible for client support and implementations. Prior to CRS, I spent 16 years at SAB Miller, where I worked on CRS in the Payroll and Remuneration benefit departments. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, painting, entertaining and the exhilaration of a quad bike ride.
Madrilene Stols, Consultant I completed my Honors Degree in Industrial Psychology in 2008 and thereafter joined the CRS Team as a Trainee at the beginning of 2009. I enjoy the experience of being in the working world, developing life skills and growing constantly as a person. I am passionate about working with people and building relationships. Breaking away from my career, I love spending time with friends and my miniature Yorkshire terrier, Malika.
Chaitan Gagjee, Trainee Consultant I studied Human Resources Management at Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria, Studying at UNISA through correspondence to complete my diploma at the moment. I have five years full time and part time sales experience in the Cell Phone Industry. I joined CRS in March 2010 as a payroll trainee consultant. I am an outgoing person, enjoy good food and trying new things. I am passionate about sports, enjoy playing and watching Soccer and Cricket – Big Manchester United Fan.
Eben van der Westhuizen, Consultant My career started at Pastel Payroll, were I worked as a Payroll consultant for +- 3years. I enjoy working with people and assisting them to solve their queries. I am passionate about IT and am currently completing courses in IT and B-Com Entrepreneurs. I enjoy sport and play touch rugby and action cricket.