Human Resources Manager

Skillset is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Human Resources Manager to join our clients successful and growing organisation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this influential role will partner with leaders across the business to drive strategic and operational HR outcomes. You will be responsible for supporting workforce performance, fostering a positive workplace culture, leading people initiatives and ensuring compliance across all areas of human resources.

This opportunity is ideally suited to a highly professional HR practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces change, values safety and is confident working with both business leaders and employees to deliver exceptional people outcomes.

About You

You are a proactive and results-oriented HR professional with a strong understanding of contemporary human resources practices and employment legislation.

You bring a people-first approach while maintaining a commercial mindset and the ability to influence positive organisational outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Minimum Diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business or a related discipline with tertiary qualifications at Degree level highly regarded
• Minimum 5 years' Human Resources experience in a generalist or business partnering capacity
• Strong understanding of Australian employment legislation awards and workplace relations
• Demonstrated experience supporting organisational change initiatives
• A strong commitment to workplace health, safety and wellbeing
• Experience managing Return to Work programs, including coordinating suitable duties and supporting successful workplace reintegration.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Advanced proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using HRIS and people management systems
• Current SIRA accreditation (or willingness to obtain)
• Well-developed analytical, reporting and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and business systems
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and attention to detail

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to provide strategic and operational HR advice and support
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities
• Support performance management, employee development and succession planning initiatives
• Provide guidance on employee relations, workplace investigations and conflict resolution
• Coordinate and manage Return to Work and workers compensation processes
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures and compliance frameworks
• Support organisational change, restructuring and continuous improvement initiatives
• Deliver meaningful HR metrics, workforce reporting and insights to executive management
• Maintain employee records and HR systems ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Champion workplace culture, engagement, wellbeing and safety initiatives
• Build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation

Benefits

• Drive HR excellence in a growing, forward-thinking, high-performing organisation
• Accelerate your career with ongoing professional development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience

Apply Now

If you are a motivated Human Resources professional who combines commercial acumen with a passion for people, safety and organisational success, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your current resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Candidates must have Australian Work Rights.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please email ••••@skillset.com.au or phone Skillset on 13•• ••• 525 and speak with Ellen – Skillset’s Recruitment Manager.

About Skillset 

At Skillset, we create life-changing opportunities for people and communities across regional NSW. With over 42 years of experience, we provide recruitment, apprenticeship and traineeship services, as well as mentoring and skills development. We are committed to helping individuals achieve their goals and supporting businesses to succeed.