Job Responsibilities and Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Employee Relations & HR Advisory
• Provide proactive support and accurate advice to employees and managers on HR procedures, recruitment, employment law, and employee relations.
• Serve as a trusted partner on issues such as absence management, conflict resolution, and termination processes.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation to support initiatives that enhance employee wellbeing and engagement.
Policy & Compliance
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and supplier contracts in line with current legislation and company philosophy. Ensure compliance with local labour laws and internal standards.
• Manage contract documentation, standard templates and information accuracy
Benefits Management
• Provide guidance and implement benefits programs such as superannuation, private health care, income protection, group life insurance, and other health and wellbeing schemes.
• Align benefits strategy with stakeholders and manage execution to mitigate risk.
HR Systems & Data Support
• Support and maintain HR systems and platforms (e.g. internal communication tools, employee portals, and productivity systems such as FirstUp and the Productivity Portal).
• Ensure data integrity, reporting accuracy, and effective use of systems to support decision-making.
Employee Experience / Lifecycle Ownership
• Contribute to onboarding and key employee lifecycle moments.
Change Management
• Support through organisational change, ensuring clear communication and employee support.
Learning & Development
• Support identification of development needs.
Projects & Initiatives
• Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives that improve the workplace culture.
• Support international HR efforts
Qualifications:
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and practices, including the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, and modern awards
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills
• Proven ability to take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively
• Strong planning and organizational habits