Culture

At Hemas, we don't just pay lip-service to the concept of accessible management. We live it everyday - with an open door policy that encourages inclusion at all levels. We celebrate individuality and originality - creating an environment where we listen to, invest in and reward good ideas. We seek out passionate people who are intent on re-shaping their spheres of influence - both in the marketplace and in the communities they live in. As an organisation that is committed to transformational change we value people who are unafraid to voice their opinions and who dare to question the status quo. We are focused on performance - yet we live by a strict code of ethics. We stress on teamwork, resourcefulness and integrity. These are the characteristics that define who we are today - and prepare us for where we are headed tomorrow.

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Learning Environment

At Hemas we believe that continuous learning is imperative for professional growth - especially in order to harness the opportunities available in a rapidly evolving business environment. As such we invest considerably in training and development - enabling proactive and determined employees to obtain new skills and capabilities.

Management Trainees

New recruits, from diverse educational backgrounds, are provided with 18 months of rigorous cross - functional training in their selected industry sector. At the end of the training period, the management trainee is free to select a function and is given a further intensive introduction into the scope of work. 

Classroom Experience

Employees have the opportunity to participate in training programs at both local and foreign learning institutions.  Many executives have obtained international exposure into new business concepts at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Hyderabad, India, and senior managers have attended the Indian School of Business.  Local training consists of both in-house and external courses.

On-the-Job Development

Employees have the chance to receive on-site training. These include participating in foreign trade fairs with a senior level mentor, obtaining technology training at international supplier headquarters, and taking part at trainee level in principal and client meetings. A 360-degree feedback program has also been introduced, initially for senior managers, enabling reviews from peers and direct reports.  Each employee is also provided with a clear set of performance goals with detailed mid-year reviews to track progress. 

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Rewards and Recognition

We recognise that our employees are a talented group and offer compensation packages that rank amongst the highest in the country - with attractive annual performance bonuses. We also offer medical insurance to eligible employees.

Hemas thrives on its performance driven culture - and high performers are always recognised and lauded. Several sectors including healthcare, FMCG and leisure conduct an annual Achievers Night, during which top teams from within the individual companies are feted. Rewards include holidays at international locations.

CEO's Awards 2006