* Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes, including employment contracts, pre-employment checks, orientation sessions, and exit interviews.
* Support performance appraisal processes and assist managers with performance-related matters.
* Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and ensure data integrity.
* Generate HR reports and support data analysis for compliance and strategic HR planning.
* Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation.
* Prepare, maintain, and submit statutory reporting per the requirement from the government, superannuation, and other employment-related compliance obligations.
HR Operations Management
* Ensure HR practices comply with the regional employment legislation, modern awards, enterprise agreements, and company policies.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation to ensure ongoing compliance.
* Provide practical, solution-focused support on employee relations, compliance, and operational matters to all team leaders, employees, and global HR teams.
* Contribute to policy updates and continuous improvement of HR processes and compliance systems.
Payroll, Benefits and Workers' Compensation Administration
* Coordinate timely and accurate payroll data for the employees across multiple sites.
* Liaise with the external payroll provider to ensure correct processing, including all statutory deductions and reporting.
* Administer employee benefit programs and manage vendor relationship as required.
* Manage workers' compensation processes, including claims lodgement, liaising with insurers, coordinating return-to-work plans, and ensuring compliance with state-based requirements.
* Ensure compliance with superannuation, taxation, and reporting obligations.
Employee Relations and Engagement
* Act as the point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and workplace matters.
* Support employee relations, performance management, and dispute resolution processes in collaboration with management.
* Assist in implementing engagement and communication initiatives to enhance the employee experience.
HR Projects and Continuous Improvement
* Support the implementation of global and regional HR initiatives locally.
* Participate in HR systems and process improvement projects.
* Prepare and deliver HR presentations and reports as required.
Requirements/Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
* Minimum 4 years' experience in HR operations or generalist HR roles, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
* Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll coordination, including superannuation, taxation, and statutory reporting requirements, preferably with an external payroll service provider.
* Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in WorkCover and return-to-work coordination, with understanding of related compliance obligations and WGEA reporting requirements.
* Experience with HRIS systems and data management is a must.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all organisational levels.
* High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
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