Transforming HR, Developing Leaders & Driving Organisational Success

With 30+ years of experience in HR transformation, leadership development, and organisational psychology, I specialise in optimising workforce strategy, driving cultural change, and empowering leaders to create high-performance organisations.

Career Timeline

  • Designed and implemented global HR strategy for a multinational company.

  • Led organisational effectiveness & cultural transformation across multiple business units.

  • Developed group-wide talent management & leadership programs.

  • Change management lead for strategic restructuring initiatives.

International HR Strategy & Organisational Effectiveness Lead

Sea Harvest (Multinational Fisheries Group)

2018 – 2020

Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
HR Talent Management Lead

GWK (Agricultural Sector)

2017

  • Developed team development & talent management programs.

  • Implemented leadership coaching and competency frameworks.

  • Improved workforce engagement & succession planning.

Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Project Management Lead Consultant

Murray & Roberts (Mining)

2015-2016

  • Established a Project Management Office (PMO) to oversee HR projects.

  • Created competency frameworks and talent alignment strategies.

  • Optimised HR structure for better workforce planning and management.

Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Senior Faculty & Course Leader

Westford University College

2023 - present

  • Facilitates MBA & Doctoral-level courses in Business Psychology, Leadership, and Organisational Development.

  • Leads curriculum development for executive leadership programs.

  • Guides doctoral research projects and provides mentorship to future industry leaders.

Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Dr. Dewald Scholtz - PsyD, Business Psychologist, CHRO.
Owner

DTS Psychology

2001 - Present

  • Established and managed a specialised business psychology consultancy focused on HR transformation, leadership coaching, and organisational development.

  • Developed and implemented psychometric assessments for leadership selection, employee engagement, and workplace culture optimisation.

  • Provided executive coaching and talent management solutions to Fortune 500 companies, government institutions, and multinational corporations.