Nuzhat F.

𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥-𝐂𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 – Managed up to 𝟏𝟒 open requisitions at once across engineering, co-op, and high-volume production roles, reducing time-to-fill by 𝟐𝟎% and elevating candidate experience through structured screening and interview processes. 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 & 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – Administer bi-weekly payroll for 𝟓𝟎+ employees, ensuring accurate tracking of hours, overtime, bonuses, and premiums; streamlined leave management (vacation, sick, statutory holidays) for compliance and operational accuracy. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 – Owned end-to-end 𝐖𝐒𝐈𝐁 claim management, filing documentation, liaising with 𝐖𝐒𝐈𝐁, and supporting return-to-work plans; maintained 100% compliance in employee records, Green Book, and health & safety documentation. 𝐎𝐧𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 – Designed and delivered seamless onboarding programs (pre-hire to first day) covering WHMIS/WHSA, tax forms, and orientation; strengthened partnerships with 5+ post-secondary institutions to attract top co-op talent. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 & 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – Resolved 10+ employee inquiries daily via Zendesk on onboarding, training, and policy matters, driving responsiveness and reinforcing HR as a trusted partner to staff. 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 : Enrolled 𝟏𝟓+ employees into Manulife benefits plans, ensuring accurate setup of health and dental coverage and seamless integration with payroll records.

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 – Coordinated 45+ interviews weekly across multiple departments, supporting 40+ hiring managers while enhancing candidate experience. 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 – Filled 20+ co-op roles using SAP SuccessFactors, managing the end-to-end interview-to-offer process and reducing administrative bottlenecks. 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 – Increased student engagement by 40% through tailored campus events, boosting employer brand visibility and pipeline strength. 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 – Identified 15+ high-potential inside sales candidates through LinkedIn and Indeed, expanding talent pools by 30%. 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 & 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 – Conducted recruitment data analysis on trends and sourcing efficiency, informing targeted outreach and improving decision-making within TA team.

Promoted to team lead after one month due to high performance. Supported all aspects of HR through onboarding, talent acquisition,and managing employee relations in a fast-paced environment.

Supported 𝐞𝐧𝐝-𝐭𝐨-𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 and onboarding efforts for a growing cybersecurity firm, driving improvements in candidate quality, hiring efficiency, and early-talent outreach through targeted sourcing and structured processes. 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – Screened 50+ resumes weekly using structured evaluations, improving shortlist efficiency and alignment to technical requirements. 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 & 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 – Led structured calls and interviews, driving a 20% improvement in candidate quality and retention. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 – Increased application flow by 25% by managing job ads on LinkedIn, Facebook, and niche boards; expanded early-career pipelines through 5+ university partnerships. 𝐎𝐧𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – Facilitated onboarding sessions that boosted new hire retention by 15%, ensuring smoother integration and clearer role expectations. 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 – Grew webinar attendance by 30% via targeted outreach and employer branding campaigns.

Supported the university's academic integrity team by managing case communications, coordinating hearings, and maintaining highly confidential records — building foundational experience in policy enforcement, conflict resolution, and stakeholder coordination relevant to HR. *Scheduled and coordinated 30+ academic integrity hearings weekly, ensuring timely case progression and alignment with university resolution protocols. *Managed all student communications related to misconduct allegations, reducing response times by 20% through clear, timely outreach and follow-ups. *Maintained and updated 100+ confidential case files weekly, ensuring 100% accuracy in documentation and compliance with privacy standards. *Collaborated with academic panels and department leaders to support fair and consistent case resolution, strengthening procedural integrity and transparency.

Promoted within 6 months for exceptional performance and leadership potential. Led front-line student support and administrative operations while developing transferable skills in onboarding, conflict resolution, and HR coordination. *Supervised a rotating team of 10 student staff per shift, delegating tasks, addressing escalations, and maintaining service standards in a high-traffic university helpdesk environment. *Facilitated onboarding for 100+ new students through welcome calls, campus tours, and systems guidance — mirroring new hire onboarding workflows in corporate HR. *Resolved 30–40 student cases per shift, including schedule conflicts, policy clarifications, and system access issues, building practical skills in conflict management and internal service. *Provided administrative support to 20+ senior staff, gaining exposure to document handling, case tracking, and workflow organization aligned with HR operations.

Key Responsibilities: • Spearheaded multiple call campaigns targeting over 100 commencing ECMS students per campaign, ensuring a seamless transition into university life and a 90% satisfaction rate based on feedback surveys. • Assisted over 150 new ECMS students with enrollment issues, study plans, and resolving timetable conflicts, contributing to a 95% successful enrollment rate. • Trained and mentored a team of 15 ECMS volunteers, enabling them to effectively assist an average of 200 students during peak enrollment periods, significantly improving the overall efficiency of the enrollment process.

Key Responsibilities: • Conducted in-depth research and analysis on energy optimization strategies for SA Water House, focusing on reducing energy costs and improving efficiency. Delivered findings and actionable solutions through a detailed technical report. • Collaborated with internal stakeholders, specifically the energy department, ensuring alignment and integration of project goals with broader organizational energy initiatives. • Researched and applied the Australian Electrical Installations and Wiring Standards (AS/NZS 3000) to inform engineering design solutions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. • Worked alongside the principal electrical engineer to tackle ad-hoc technical challenges, contributing to the resolution of complex engineering design issues.

Key Responsibilities: • Performed diagnostic testing on microchip boards to identify faults, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and repair methodologies, including soldering for hardware fixes to ensure optimal functionality. • Designed, built, programmed, and tested microcontroller projects, integrating both hardware and software to meet specific project specifications. • Developed and implemented WiFi Control Networking systems using CSS, HTML, and JavaScript to create seamless user interfaces and efficient network communication protocols. • Conducted rigorous testing and documentation for existing microchip projects, ensuring accuracy, stability, and performance standards were maintained. • Executed quality control tests on microchip products, adhering to industry standards and documenting outcomes for continuous improvement. • Provided technical support to end users, resolving inquiries related to microchip functionality, performance issues, and user interface challenges.

Project Experience Collaborated with a group of five engineers to successfully deliver a project for a non-profit organization, Somos21. Key Responsibilities: • Led a team of 5, ensuring the project was completed on time and met all objectives. • Developed a comprehensive market entry strategy for Somos21, a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap between Latin America and Australia.

Responsibilities: • Processed customer orders at the cash register with precision, delivering attentive service in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. •Executed kitchen operations, including meal preparation and maintaining cleanliness, while upholding rigorous safety and hygiene protocols. Achievements: Honored with the "Best Rookie" award twice consecutively, in recognition of outstanding performance, customer service, and operational excellence.

Graduated with High Honors President’s List Recipients