HR Manager

• National HR Manager
• Global business on a growth trajectory
• Opportunity to develop on people focused initiatives 
• Hybrid working

Client Details

Our client has a global footprint and are recognised for charging the way with innovation within the construction sector. Our client's mission is to accelerate a sustainable future built environment with the wellbeing of people and planet at its heart.

With a diverse workforce of 90 people across Australia, our client is on a growth trajectory and have a clear five year plan for success. Core to this, is the appointment of the People and Organisation Manager.

Description 

Reporting to the Managing Director of Australia, the overall objective is to provide high level operational oversight as well as lead a broad range of culturally informed HR functions, including HR advisory, culture & change management, recruitment, learning & development, performance development & review processes, performance management, Workplace Health & Safety, HR reporting, policy development and review.

Contribute to the drafting of HR frameworks and tools for recruitment, performance management, development, career and succession planning, compensation and benefits, diversity, employee onboarding and offboarding, and retention of talent, within an area of expertise, ensuring compliance with specified design principles, internal policies, and external legal requirements. Enable the attraction, development, and retention of talent at a sustainable cost.

The People & Organisation Manager will support the Leadership Team to deliver on their business objectives by providing advice, guidance, and insight in the space of people & culture and performance. 


People & Culture Strategy

• Develop and deliver on the People Strategy to meet the overall business and People Passionate objectives
• Provide expert-level advice to the Leadership Team on HR best practices
• Deliver fit for purpose people solutions aligned to key issues within the business
• Staff communications management

Culture & Change Management

• Identify and develop workplace culture and change management initiatives in consultation with the Executive Leadership Team
• Drive initiatives that embed organisational values-based culture into practice
• Provide specialist advice, coaching and development to the Leadership Team to achieve a productive and engaged workplace culture
• Lead organisational development initiatives such as employee feedback and positive culture workshops
• Develop action plans in consultation with the Leadership Team from employee feedback to address areas for improvement
• Ensure workforce is diverse, engaged and empowered
• Oversee Employment Engagement Committee initiatives to ensure alignment with People Passionate Program and Company Values

HR Advisory

• Provide timely and accurate HR advice and support to the Leadership Team
• Provide performance management and disciplinary advice to support the Leadership Team
• Manage grievances and lead workplace investigations in a fair, timely and efficient manner consistent with employment legislation
• Remain up to date with employment legislation and IR/HR industry trends

Recruitment & Employee Lifecycle

• Enhance recruitment strategy and process, reviewing attraction and sourcing practices, job advertisements to promote as an employer of choice including development of DEM Employment Strategy
• Provide support to the Leadership Team to ensure vacant roles are filled with qualified candidates in a timely manner to ensure business continuity
• Support the employee lifecycle processes (e.g., onboarding and induction, performance development & review, performance management, cessation and offboarding and exit interviews etc.
• Guide and support Leadership Team members through all aspects of the employee lifecycle

Policy and Procedure

• Develop and review People policies and procedures, ensure changes are communicated and compliance is monitored
• Embed cultural safety and competence in our policies, procedures and system

Reporting

• Regularly monitor and report on data relating to WH&S, employee feedback, EAP usage, probationary reports and performance reviews to determine the success of People initiatives and to identify areas for improvement
• Ensure organisation reporting requirements are delivered on time and in full

Workplace Health and Safety

• In consultation with HSE Manager and Leadership Team, ensure compliance with all safety laws nationally including insurances and workplace safety procedures
• Participate in workplace consultative meetings and recommend improvements to relevant workplace health and safety practices within the workplace
• Manage the workers compensation and return to process in consultation with employee line managers and external workers compensation consultant

Profile

To be successful in this application, you will have at least five years experience in a similar people leader position and have:

• At least 5 years of proven experience in a HR Management role
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of HR professionals
• Knowledge of best practice recruitment, retention, development, and talent attraction 
• Experience in recruitment, retention, salary and benefits packaging
• Ability to positively influence key stakeholders and build relationships
• High level of computer literacy and competency specifically in HR Systems/databases and MS Office suite 
• Ability to contribute to leadership at an executive level
• Good understanding of employment legislation and Award interpretation
• Proven ability to give HR advice on employee and industrial relations matters and the confidence to research issues and obtain advice where necessary
• Experience in managing grievances and other workplace matters
• Knowledge and understanding of WHS legislation and standards
• Good understanding of employee wellbeing practices
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metric
• Ability to work cross functionally and across geographies

Job Offer

• Great organisation going through significant growth
• Opportunity to really make impact
• November start
• Supportive leadership

 

Contact details - ashleyduffy@future-you.com.au