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General Manager of People, Culture and Safety

General Manager of People, Culture and Safety

Orchard HROMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
21 days ago
Job description

General Manager of People, Culture and Safety

We’re proud to partner with a highly respected Australian engineering and manufacturing business — a market leader known for premium products, innovation, and strong local roots. With over 1,000 employees nationally, the business has a proud legacy, a values-driven culture, and a clear focus on sustainable growth.

As a key member of the Executive Team and reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is an opportunity to lead a capable and committed HR function across HR Business Partnering, Talent Acquisition, Training, and Safety.

The Role

This is a broad, hands-on leadership position that will suit a commercially minded HR executive who thrives in a traditional, operationally focused environment – where people and performance are front and centre.

You will :

  • Be a trusted strategic partner to the CEO and Executive team
  • Lead end-to-end HR operations across a diverse national workforce (including manufacturing, engineering, logistics and sales)
  • Provide clear, pragmatic advice on ER / IR matters, performance, and compliance
  • Oversee all HR policies, procedures, contracts, and employment obligations (incl. Awards and EBAs)
  • Support workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, retention and succession
  • Champion a continuous improvement approach to systems, processes, and reporting
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team across HR, Recruitment, Training, and WHS.

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven success in a senior HR leadership role, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, logistics or industrial sectors
  • A hands-on and grounded leadership style — someone who is visible, approachable, and action-oriented
  • Strong understanding of Australian employment law, industrial instruments and change management
  • A natural business partner with sound judgment, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence at all levels
  • Experience leading and mentoring HR teams across multiple disciplines
  • A balanced mix of strategic thinking and operational execution.

    • Why This Role?

  • A well-regarded Australian brand with a proud manufacturing heritage
  • Stable executive leadership and ongoing investment in innovation and growth
  • An inclusive, down-to-earth culture where people stay long term
  • A genuine opportunity to shape the future of people, culture and safety at scale.

    • If you're an experienced HR leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a values-led business — and you enjoy being close to the people and the action — we’d love to hear from you.

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