Manager, Human Resources

The Opportunity: 

CDC Victoria are currently searching for a professional, dedicated, and qualified Manager, Human Resources to join our People and Culture team based predominately out of our Truganina Office.  As a key member of the People and Culture leadership team, you will work directly with the General Manager, People & Culture in overseeing the day to day HR management for one of Victoria's largest private bus companies. The role is predominately an onsite role, however opportunities for some flexibility available to work from home on occasions. 

With one direct report, this is a true generalist opportunity and would suit either an experienced Manager or someone looking to take the next step in their career from a Team Leader / Supervisor role within HR to lead and manage the HR function across diverse locations throughout Victoria. 

Using your knowledge and experience in HR best-practice, you will be responsible for:

• Providing accurate and timely HR advice, support and consultancy services to managers and staff members about HR management, workplace relations and policy and procedure implementation;
• Overseeing the management and resolution of escalated grievances and performance management issues; 
• Managing the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures based on relevant legislation and contemporary HR management practices;
• Liaising with external industrial relations advisors, legal representatives and unions; 
• Leading and managing the provision and analysis of reporting requirements to develop innovative solutions and workplace initiatives; 
• Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives that align with the overall business strategies;
• Leading, managing and assisting in local and national project initiatives; and
• Contributing to the development, review and promotion of our values and staff engagement action plans to enrich our workplace culture.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Either experience in a Management position within Human Resources, or significant experience in a Team Leader / Supervisor role, with sound knowledge of contemporary HR, ER and IR practices (experience in multi-site organisation highly desirable);
• A pragmatic, solution orientated and energetic approach to your work;
• A high level of organisational, planning and time management skills, with exceptional personal initiative and attention to detail;
• Ability to attend a variety of depots across Victoria; 
• The ability to work autonomously within a complex, fast-paced and challenging environment;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the proven ability to positively influence through effective mediation, facilitation and negotiation; 
• Experience working within a highly unionised workforce; 
• Full Drivers Licence and access to your own vehicle; and
• Diploma HR Management or a related discipline.

To apply for this position, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter via the link below. A full position description can be obtained by emailing ******@cdcbus.com.au. 

About CDC:

As one of the largest private bus operators across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, CDC Victoria is in the business of “Linking People, Places and Communities”.

We employ over 1000 staff from 80 diverse nations, and operate out of 8 depots – in Ballarat, Geelong, Mildura and Broken Hill, Oakleigh, Sunshine, Tullamarine and Wyndham, which incorporates our Head Office. 

We serve the community by providing essential public transport and offering reliable charter services to schools, sporting groups and other recreational groups within Victoria. 

CDC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We encourage and welcome applications from all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.