Head of HR Operations
Location: Greater Sydney
Company: Iconic Australian Brand
About the Company
Step into a leadership role with an iconic Australian brand admired for its diverse portfolio of products, distinguished by their outstanding quality and competitive pricing. This well-established organisation is committed to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, consistently adapting its offerings to meet the evolving preferences of consumers. With a robust focus on a values-driven, family-oriented culture, the company is devoted to cultivating an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. As they continue to grow both organically and through strategic acquisitions, they are seeking a dynamic and strategic HR leader to further solidify their position as the market leader in their sector.
The Opportunity
In the capacity of Head of HR Operations, you will assume a critical leadership role in shaping and guiding the People & Culture strategy across 10+ sites, overseeing a diverse workforce of over 2,000 employees, inclusive of both white and blue-collar staff. This role demands exceptional leadership and vision as you lead a high-performing team of HR professionals, concentrating on key domains such as Work Health and Safety (WH&S), Employee Engagement, Employee Relations (ER), and Industrial Relations (IR).
Your stewardship will be instrumental in cultivating a vibrant organisational culture that promotes engagement and high performance while executing effective recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies.
Collaboration will be paramount as you partner closely with the Executive Leadership Team to ensure that all People & Culture initiatives are strategically aligned with overarching business objectives. By championing leadership development, performance management, and employee well-being, you will drive engagement levels and enhance organisational effectiveness across various departments. Furthermore, you will oversee the entire employee life cycle, proactively addressing ER and IR matters to strengthen workforce capabilities and provide customised HR support to leaders and staff throughout the organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished HR professional to make a significant and enduring impact within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, contributing to the sustained success of a well-respected and cherished Australian brand.
What You Will Bring
* Extensive HR leadership experience within blue-collar or industrial environments, demonstrating a robust understanding of sector-specific challenges and opportunities.
* Exceptional stakeholder management acumen, with a proven history of building trusted relationships and adeptly navigating challenging conversations with empathy and professionalism.
* A strong track record of successfully leading teams to achieve strategic HR objectives, particularly in the realms of Employee Relations and Industrial Relations.
* In-depth experience in engaging with a diverse workforce, championing safe and inclusive practices that foster a sense of belonging and drive high performance.
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a proactive and results-oriented mindset that inspires action and drives initiatives forward.
Why Join?
Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking organisation that prioritises its people and emphasises professional growth and development. This is your chance to influence a progressive HR landscape within a leading Australian brand, committed to delivering quality and community value. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and driving HR excellence, we invite you to apply.