Juan Coetzee

Background

About Juan Coetzee

Juan Coetzee Consultancy provides specialized services for corporate clients that include: I’m a results-driven HR professional with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as HR Manager at Triz Engineering Solutions—a leader in turn-key commercial vehicle development. We specialise in zero-emission technologies (battery electric, fuel cell), hybrid and conventional vehicles, along with advanced systems like ADAS, autonomy, and telematics. At Triz, I lead HR across our design engineering teams in South Africa, India & Costa Rica, as well as our manufacturing presence in the United States. My focus is on aligning people strategies with operational goals to drive growth, resilience, and innovation. Key Areas of Impact: Strategic alignment of HR with business objectives Workforce planning, talent acquisition & succession development Leadership coaching, employee engagement & performance optimisation Organisational change management and HR analytics Global team leadership, international office setup & employee relocation Compliance, budgeting, industrial relations & health and safety oversight My HR philosophy is rooted in strong fundamentals, clarity, compliance, and culture, while embracing forward-thinking practices that elevate people and performance. I thrive in complex, high-tech environments where HR is a strategic enabler, not just a support function. Previous Experience: I’ve held senior positions such as HR Consultant and GM, managing international recruitment operations. These roles equipped me with the insight and agility to lead across cultures, functions, and borders.