Our client is an established and successful FMCG manufacturer who caters to both domestic and international markets, ensuring a consistent range of quality products are delivered to their clients - consistently, efficiently, and reliably!
Due to business growth, they require an experienced HR Manager to lead their HR function in contributing to the company’s success and growth trajectory.
Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for the delivery of HR expertise, operational and high-level advice, and generalist HR/IR support to Group. The role will work closely with the management team to implement effective people management practices, including performance management, provide positive and proactive advice regarding the resolution of workplace and employee disputes and grievances, and termination of employment.
The role is expected to support business performance improvement initiatives, including those that lead to increased employee engagement and help build organisational and people capability. The position will also review compliance matters and best practice HR initiatives and recommend improvements to management team.
THE ROLE INCLUDES:
- Providing day-to-day HR management, industrial and employee relations advice, guidance and support to management and employees.
- Manage end-to-end recruitment.
- Building and managing relationships with vendors and key stakeholders - overseeing external service providers in relation to the supply of white-collar, blue-collar and labour hire employees.
- Contribute to the development; implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures based on relevant legislation and contemporary HR management practices to provide effective, consistent, and timely delivery of HR services.
- Provide advice, coaching and support to line managers on performance management / counselling and disciplinary action.
- Manage scheduled HR activities i.e. annual performance reviews, annual remuneration reviews, headcount planning.
YOUR BACKGROUND:
Ideally you will have the following experience, skills, and personal attributes to be successful in the role:
- Five plus years' experience in a generalist HR leadership role, preferably in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Tertiary qualified, ie. Human Resource Management, Business or Industrial Relations or equivalent work experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills to effectively resolve issues in the workplace.
- Experience with effective application and interpretation of Awards, employment contracts and other legislation.
- Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Friendly and personable - ability to connect with people.
- Hold a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and credibility.
- Willingness to travel once a month to visit site operations (own transport essential).
- Australian Permanent resident or citizen.
As the preferred candidate you will be required to participate in a verification process which will include proof of the right to work in Australia, proof of qualifications; and two reference checks.
This is a full-time / permanent role with an attractive remuneration package, working with a close-knit team with an employer that values equal opportunity, and social and cultural diversity.