HR Manager | Full-Time Permanent
Location: Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne
Work Arrangement: Fully On-Site, 5 Days a Week (Parking Available)
About The Role
This role leads both the strategic and operational HR functions for the Australian region, supporting a mix of manufacturing sites and corporate teams. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will partner directly with the local General Manager to drive regional growth while being supported by a robust global HR infrastructure!
Your Role
* Strategic HR Advisory: Guide the GM and site leadership teams on organisational design, headcount planning, change management, and growth initiatives.
* Industrial & Employee Relations: Act as the primary lead for all local ER/IR matters. Confidently manage dispute resolution, grievances, disciplinary processes, and compliance with Modern Awards.
* Performance & Talent Development: Roll out performance frameworks, leadership training, and career pathing. Coach people leaders on compliant documentation and risk mitigation during redundancies or terminations.
* Talent Acquisition: Own local talent attraction and employer branding to meet fast‐paced hiring requirements across both blue‐copper and white‐copper departments.
* HR Operations & Governance: Build and scale HR processes (HRIS, onboarding, offboarding). Oversee governance, superannuation compliance, local contract management, and annual remuneration reviews.
* Data & Analytics: Track and report on regional HR metrics (turnover, engagement, trends) to drive data‐backed business decisions.
About You
* Experience: Background operating as both a strategic and operational HR Business Partner, with experience managing the full employee lifecycle across blue‐copper and white‐copper environments.
* IR/ER: A strong, practical understanding of Australian labour laws, Modern Awards, and ER case management.
* Stakeholder engagement: Adept at partnering with and influencing site leaders within fast‐paced, operational environments.
* Culture: Driven to join a great organisation with a strong, values‐driven culture, where you can actively contribute to building a high‐performing and inclusive environment.
At Randstad HR Partners, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Skills
Strategic HR, Operational HR, Manufacturing, Employee Relations, Industrial Relations, Fair Work Act, Modern Awards, ANZ Compliance, Growth Stage, Global Support, Leadership Coaching
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