Sivakumar Gopalakrishnan has joined Propel Industries Private Limited as the new Vice President of Human Resources, bringing a wealth of experience in HR management, employee engagement, and industrial relations. His appointment aims to strengthen the company’s HR strategies and support its workforce effectively.
Before joining Propel Industries, Sivakumar spent nearly 6 years and 8 months at Vandewiele-Savio India Private Limited, where he served as the Head of Human Resources. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in overseeing HR functions and enhancing employee satisfaction, contributing significantly to the company’s growth.
Prior to Vandewiele-Savio, Sivakumar held the position of Site Human Resources Manager at Alstom for approximately 6 years and 5 months. His responsibilities included managing industrial relations, union management, compensation and benefits, recruitment, and training and development. His tenure at Alstom underscored his capability in handling complex HR challenges and fostering a positive work environment.
Sivakumar’s career also includes notable roles at Rane Group, where he served as a Senior Executive in Human Resources, focusing on HR generalist functions, training, recruitment, and compensation and benefits. Additionally, he worked at LGB Forge Limited – India as a Human Resources Officer, overseeing HR operations and employee engagement for over 3 years.
Propel Industries Private Limited stands as one of India’s fastest-growing manufacturers of crushing equipment. A strategic division of the 57-year-old Coimbatore-based AV Group, Propel Industries offers a wide range of innovative and technologically advanced solutions for the crushing and screening industry. Their product line includes Jaw crushers, Cone crushers, Vertical Shaft Impactors (VSI), Feeders, Vibrating Screens, Sand Washers, and Air Classifiers.
