Overview
HR Project & Data Officer (APAC) role at Knauf Insulation APAC in Brisbane. This role reports solid line to the Finance Director APAC of Knauf Insulation (KI) and dotted line to the plant HR Manager in Malaysia.
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within Knauf Insulation could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group, a global manufacturer of construction materials. Our division is approaching 50 years of heritage in manufacturing insulation, with a growing global reach in 40 countries and ambitious goals for the future. We are looking for passionate, ambitious people to join our 6,000-strong team and help us achieve these goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world.
The Knauf Insulation APAC region has its headquarters in Brisbane and services Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Japan, Singapore and Malaysia. The Knauf Insulation head office in Australia comprises regional functions for Finance, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, and Human Resources. The functions provide a range of services to both internal and external stakeholders on a national, multi country and regional level.
Knauf Insulation Asia-Pacific (KI APAC) is now looking for a dynamic HR Project & Data Officer to join our team in Brisbane, reporting solid line to the Finance Director APAC of Knauf Insulation (KI) and dotted line to the plant HR Manager in Malaysia.
Can you say ‘yes’?
- Do you have a “hands-on” approach and a “get things done” mindset?
- Are you willing to work with an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team in the APAC region?
- Are you ready to bridge the gap between local and regional business needs as well as HR Projects at APAC region level?
- Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
What you’ll be doing
This unique role combines the operational responsibilities of an HR Data Officer with the coordination of HR regional projects to deploy. You will be instrumental in delivering day-to-day HR services while supporting impactful HR projects for the APAC region that align with our business objectives, being the first point of contact for HR-related queries, offering guidance to employees and managers.
Your responsibilities also include:
- Compensation & Payroll: Support payroll processes, manage headcount, people costs within the yearly budget across APAC, with particular focus on Australia.
- Compensation & Payroll: Oversee grading, promotions, and ensure fair compensation practices for APAC Region.
- Compensation & Payroll: Provide data-driven insights to support business decisions and optimize HR processes across APAC.
- HR Operations & Legal Compliance: Oversee the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, and manage performance reviews.
- HR Operations & Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with employment laws and collaborate with legal teams as needed.
- HR Operations & Legal Compliance: Implementation and management of local OH&S; policies.
- HR Projects for the APAC Region: Implement HR projects regionally, such as employer branding, talent management, and development initiatives.
- HR Projects for the APAC Region: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- HR Projects for the APAC Region: Enhance employee engagement and retention through targeted initiatives and action plans. Leads the deployment of the yearly process.
What we’d love for you to have
We are interested in you as a person—your attitude, behaviors, and values. If you have the willingness to learn and adapt to the requirements of this role, we’d love to speak with you.
- A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in HR, with exposure to both operational, data and project management responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of Australian employment laws and regulations.
- Strong data analytics experience and excel/tableau or equivalent management.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
What We Offer
- A unique opportunity to combine operational and HR project responsibilities.
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Opportunities for career development and career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The chance to work with a global leader in the construction materials industry.
What happens next?
We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within one week.
Details
- Seniority level: Associate
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Human Resources
- Industries: Wholesale Building Materials
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📌 HR Project & Data Officer (APAC)
🏢 Knauf Insulation APAC
📍 Brisbane City