Senior HR Manager

• Sydney or Brisbane
• Write the People Processes for a Company in Growth
• Uplift capability and partner with leaders in their field

HR Manager – Build a Strong HR Foundation for a Growing Organisation

We are seeking a foundational HR Manager to establish and lead the HR department. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction and hands-on implementation of HR practices across the business. As an HR leader, you will help develop HR strategies, policies, and initiatives to efficiently manage our workforce, drive a positive work culture, and support business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Policy Development:

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with overall business goals.
• Create and maintain HR policies that foster a productive and compliant work environment.
• Ensure communication and maintenance of HR documents and policies across the organisation.

Talent Acquisition & Management:

• Lead the recruitment process, ensuring alignment with company culture and role requirements.
• Support the leadership team with recruitment, contract, and workplace agreement needs.
• Design onboarding programs to integrate new hires efficiently and effectively.

Performance Management:

• Develop a fair and effective performance review system linked to business objectives.
• Coach leadership teams to drive successful performance conversations.
• Establish clear performance metrics in collaboration with leadership.

Employee Relations & Industrial Relations:

• Develop an industrial relations strategy, including risk planning and alignment with audits.
• Resolve staff-management communications, ensuring compliance with employment standards.
• Facilitate union negotiations and collective bargaining to maintain legal compliance.

Capability, Training & Development:

• Identify training and development needs and implement programs to address gaps.
• Align training initiatives with business objectives to maximise employee contribution.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Develop competitive compensation and benefits plans that enhance employee retention.
• Manage employee benefit programs to support organisational goals and meet employee needs.

Work Health and Safety (WHS):

• Develop and enforce safety policies to create a safe work environment.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits, fostering a culture of safety.

Legal Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations, minimising legal risks.

Role Outcomes:

• Established HR Framework: Build and implement a robust HR framework that supports strategic goals.
• Enhanced Employee Engagement: Drive improvements in employee engagement and retention through effective HR practices.
• Compliance & Safety Standards: Achieve 100% compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards.
• Strategic HR Leadership: Provide leadership that contributes to the company's overall success and competitiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to develop HR strategies and manage a comprehensive HR department.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.

Ready to take on a leadership role and build a strong HR foundation?
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