Consulting & Generalist HR / People & CultureFull time$100,000 – $130,000 + superSummary points:• Service-based organisation where people are the competitive edge• Drive culture, engagement and communication across the team• Direct line to Director; high visibility and real influenceHelp shape the people experience at Jem Archaeology - a growing team (~40) delivering specialist archaeological services alongside Traditional Owners, clients and stakeholders.
This is a true generalist role where you'll partner directly with the Managing Director: part strategy, part sleeves-rolled-up delivery across the full employee lifecycle.The OpportunityWe're looking for a seasoned People & Culture Advisor who's as comfortable coaching leaders and guiding employee relations as they are building pragmatic systems and getting the basics right.
You'll own end-to-end HR across recruitment, performance, capability, culture and compliance - driving scalable foundations as we grow.Why It's CompellingScope: Direct line to the Managing Director; real influence on people decisions and culture.Breadth + impact: Balance strategic projects (capability, retention, development) with hands-on HR hygiene.Meaningful work: Contribute to preserving Victoria's cultural heritage while supporting a high-calibre technical team.Build from a strong foundation: Take what's working, sharpen processes, and introduce simple, fit-for-purpose systems.What You'll DoPartner & advise: Coach team leaders on management, employee relations, and performance management.Recruit & onboard: Run end-to-end hiring (JDs, ads, screening, interviews, references) and craft smooth, consistent onboarding.Lift performance & capability: Lead reviews and goal-setting, maintain the skills matrix, coordinate training and development pathways.Lead employee relations with care: Manage cases, investigations, probations and (when required) warnings/terminations with fairness and discipline.Keep us compliant: Maintain policies and contracts; stay across Australian employment law & award changes; administer leave and employee records.Own health & safety touchpoints: Coordinate OHS processes, incident reporting and claims liaising as needed.Enable culture: Drive engagement rhythms (recognition, team days, communication) so everyone feels respected, supported and heard.Build simple systems: Stand up and refine HR processes/tools that scale with growth.What You BringYou've come from a service-based organisation where people are the backbone and competitive advantage.
You know how to leverage corporate-grade knowledge - policies, frameworks, and HR hygiene - and right-size it for a nimble SME.
You're pragmatic, agile, and appreciate the dynamic environment that an SME demands.5+ years' HR generalist experience (ideally in a small/medium services business you've helped grow).
Trusted influencer: You build credibility quick with technical teams and team leaders.Employee relations confidence: Solid case management and investigation hygiene.Talent know-how: Comfortable writing great job ads, managing offers/contracts and onboarding.Systems mindset: You design pragmatic frameworks (development, policies, HRIS basics) and keep them humming.Transparent communicator & problem solver with strong judgement.Qualifications: Degree in HR (or related) or equivalent experience; Victorian driver's licence.Roll-up-your-sleeves style: Happy to pitch in beyond the PD when the situation demands.Package & WorkstyleSalary: $100,000 - $130,000 + super (commensurate with experience).
Location: Bayswater HQ (on-site majority; some site visits as required).
Start: ASAP (flexible for the right person).
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📌 People & Culture Advisor (Hr All-Rounder)
🏢 Jem Archaeology
📍 Melbourne