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ABOUT THE GDPEO

As a well established and respected employer's organisation, we promote the interests of our members.​

Established in 1997 under the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1996 (as amended), the GDPEO is a distinguished and legally compliant entity dedicated to empowering employers through expert labour relations support.​We are a boutique organisation offering a comprehensive portfolio of services designed to uphold lawful and effective employer-employee relations. Our expertise includes:​

  • Professional training in labour law and workplace procedures

  • Facilitation of disciplinary hearings in accordance with legal standards

  • Strategic negotiation with trade unions

  • Representation before the CCMA, Bargaining Councils and Labour Court​ 

Our Mission:

At GDPEO, our mission is to empower employers with expert Labour Relations Solutions that promote fairness, compliance, and organisational excellence. We are dedicated to supporting businesses through professional representation, legal training, and strategic advisory services that ensure every workplace operates within the framework of South African Labour Law. We strive to deliver ethical, effective, and legally sound outcomes that strengthen employer confidence and uphold the integrity of the employment relationship. 

Our Vision:

Is to be South Africa’s most trusted authority in Labour Relations and employer representation, recognised for our commitment to lawful governance, dispute resolution, and workforce stability. Our vision is to create a business environment where employers lead with confidence, guided by expertise, compliance, and fairness in every aspect of employment management.

Our Core Values:

1. Integrity and Compliance

We uphold the highest ethical and legal standards in every service we deliver, ensuring our members remain fully compliant with the Labour Relations Act and all relevant Labour Legislation.

2. Professional Excellence

Our team of organizing officials provide accurate, practical, and strategic guidance, combining legal knowledge with industry insight to achieve exceptional results.​

3. Empowerment through Knowledge

We believe that informed employers make better decisions. Through training and education, we equip organisations to manage workplace challenges confidently and lawfully.

4. Fairness and Respect

We promote balanced and respectful employer-employee relations that foster trust, transparency, and accountability in the workplace.

5. Commitment to Service

We deliver personalised, solution-driven support to every member, ensuring timely, effective, and compliant outcomes in all Labour Relations matters.​​​

 

 

Membership with GDPEO grants you access to a cadre of seasoned professionals equipped to resolve workplace challenges with legal precision and strategic insight.​​

 

Join GDPEO – Lead with Confidence, Govern with Compliance. 

YOUR EXCO TEAM

Chairman

Gerhard Bessenger

Vice Chairman

Andries Koen

Committee Members

Anton Coetzee

Ester de Beer

Tessa Kassel

Secretary

Isabel Breedt

Social Media Support

Bronwyn Joseph

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