Human Resource Manager Jobs in Australia

SeniorHuman Resources Manager | Sutherland Shire | $180,000 - $190,000 + Super + Bonus + Staff Benefits

The Company:

Step into a role where you can shape the future of the business not just support it.

You’ll join a globally recognised organisation with a strong legacy, market reputation, and consistent growth. As Human Resources Manager, you’ll be a trusted strategic partner to the leadership team, with the autonomy and influence to drive meaningful change. You’ll play a pivotal role in aligning people strategies with business objectives, embedding a high-performance culture, and leading initiatives that enhance engagement, capability, and organisational effectiveness.

The Position:

Reporting directly to the Regional HR Director, this is a highly visible and influential role where you’ll help shape both the strategic direction and day-to-day success of the business. You’ll be empowered to drive initiatives that elevate performance, strengthen leadership capability, and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partner closely with leaders to deliver a seamless, end-to-end employee experience, providing expert guidance across policies, processes, and people initiatives
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, offering coaching and practical solutions to navigate performance, conduct, and workplace matters
• Proactively manage complex employee issues, ensuring timely resolution while mitigating risk and protecting organisational integrity
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, engagement, and overall effectiveness
• Collaborate with leadership to shape workforce planning strategies, driving efficiency and supporting sustainable business growth
• Support the development of leadership capability through tailored coaching and the design and delivery of impactful learning initiatives
• Ensure accurate and compliant payroll practices
• Leverage HR systems and data insights to inform decision-making, track trends, and provide meaningful reporting and forecasts
• Contribute to clear and engaging internal communications that reinforce company values and keep teams aligned
• Build and nurture a strong talent pipeline, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned for future growth
• Take ownership of, or contribute to, key projects and strategic initiatives that support broader business objectives

The Candidate:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including experience guiding and developing at least one direct report
• Strong systems capability, with hands-on experience using HRIS platforms
• Exposure to a global organisation is advantageous, with an understanding of operating in a complex, matrixed environment
• A confident communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build trusted relationships across all levels of the business
• Highly self-directed, with the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within regional and global HR teams
• Resilient and adaptable, able to manage competing priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organisational skills, with a proactive approach to managing deadlines

The Benefits:

• An immediate start will be highly regarded, offering the opportunity to make an impact from day one
• A competitive salary package circa $180,000 – $190,000 + Super + Bonus + staff benefits recognising your impact and expertise
• The opportunity to step into a role with real influence from day one, where your ideas and initiatives will shape the business
• A dynamic environment where you can lead transformation, optimise operations, and deliver meaningful people outcomes
• Exposure to regional and global HR initiatives, expanding your experience in a broader business context

In the first instance please apply online for additional questions please call Natalie Pedemont or Debbie Hannaford on029891 7400.

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