Australian HR Leader for People, Change & Talent

Royal Vopak; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF in Australia is seeking an HR Manager to provide generalist HR support to approximately 300 colleagues across the region, guiding and applying the Group's operating model to deliver service excellence.

You will lead divisional people priorities, cycle HR activities, and collaborate with Centres of Excellence to ensure alignment with local legislation and to create a connected, high‑performing workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience leading cyclical HR activities.
• Detailed knowledge of employment law and regulations, especially Australian market.
• Technical HR expertise to coach senior leaders and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and outcome‑focus skills.
• Self‑starter who thrives independently and in global teams.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional colleague experiences.
• Resilient and motivated by challenges and success.

Responsibilities

• Deliver divisional people priorities across the region as an SME to implement in line with local legislation.
• Lead cyclical people processes, e.g. performance management, pay review, talent and succession activities, engagement action plans.
• Lead business change projects through to successful completion.
• Review organisational structures with business leaders to ensure efficient, cost‑effective delivery.
• Work with people leaders to improve retention and reduce attrition.
• Implement HR policies and procedures, drafting local operating procedures where appropriate.
• Collaborate with HR centres of excellence: Talent Acquisition, Performance & Engagement, ER, Reward and HR Operations to create a connected colleague experience.

Job description

DWF in Australia is seeking an HR Manager to provide generalist HR support to approximately 300 colleagues across the region, guiding and applying the Group's operating model to deliver service excellence.

You will lead divisional people priorities, cycle HR activities, and collaborate with Centres of Excellence to ensure alignment with local legislation and to create a connected, high‑performing workplace.