HR Business Partner

NewCold; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NewCold is expanding its ANZ HR team. We seek an experienced HR professional who partners with managers and employees across the full lifecycle, from recruitment to onboarding and payroll compliance.

You will support performance, ER/IR matters, policy development and HRIS governance in a fast-paced warehousing and logistics environment. You will collaborate across functions, drive process improvements, and contribute to a positive employee experience while aligning with business outcomes in the

Qualifications

• Human Resources or related qualification (preferred but not mandatory).
• HR Generalist/Advisory experience in warehousing/manufacturing/transport/logistics or similar.
• End-to-end recruitment experience.
• Practical Employee Relations and Industrial Relations experience.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and HRIS experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical HR support across the full employee lifecycle.
• Partner with managers on workforce planning, engagement and inclusion.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment, offers and contracts.
• Provide ER/IR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Interpret and apply applicable awards, agreements and policies.
• Lead HR projects, process improvements and system initiatives.
• Support remuneration reviews and payroll data accuracy.
• Maintain HRIS, records and monthly reporting.

Skills

HR Generalist/Advisory

End-to-end Recruitment

Employee Relations

Industrial Relations

Communication Skills

Organization & Detail

Collaborative & Proactive

MS Office & HRIS

Education

HR qualification

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

NewCold has grown into one of the world's largest, advanced automated warehouse and cold chain logistics companies.

Our company has a rapidly expanding global presence with our Innovation & Support Centre located within the head office in Breda, the Netherlands.

A pioneer in developing and operating frozen and multi temperature automated warehouses, we offer significant footprint, labour, and energy reduction with increased food safety.

NewCold's global network of over 26 locations spans across three continents. Our company is supported by a global team of nearly 3000 employees.

We plan, design, build, own, and operate the cold storage facilities with our own people!

WE ARE EXPANDING!

As part of the national HR team, reporting to the Regional HR Manager ANZ, you will provide practical, hands‑on HR support across the full employee lifecycle, partnering with managers and employees to deliver a positive employee experience and support operational business outcomes.

Recruitment, Selection & Onboarding

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, selection, offers and employment contracts.
• Coach managers to deliver effective and consistent recruitment practices.
• Support employer branding, attraction and retention initiatives.
• Coordinate and continuously improve induction and onboarding experience.

Employee & Industrial Relations

• Provide practical ER/IR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Manage performance, disciplinary matters, grievances, investigations and employee concerns.
• Interpret and apply Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, employment contracts, policies and relevant legislation.
• Support industrial relations, consultation and organisational change activities.
• Maintain accurate ER/IR case documentation and records.

Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations

• Provide generalist HR support across the full employee lifecycle.
• Partner with managers on workforce planning, engagement, change, diversity and inclusion.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, templates and employment documentation.
• Lead HR projects, process improvements and system initiatives.

Learning, Performance & Development

• Support performance planning, goal setting, development and review processes.
• Identify and coordinate learning initiatives that strengthen capability and business performance.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning aligned with operational needs.

Remuneration, Benefits & Payroll

• Support remuneration reviews, promotions and reward and recognition programs.
• Monitor relevant employment and remuneration market trends.
• Maintain accurate employee data and support payroll and compliance requirements.

HR Systems, Reporting & Administration

• Manage the HRIS, employee records and Time & Attendance systems.
• Support monthly HR and workforce reporting.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and information.
• Proactively resolve HR process and employee-related issues.
• Provide timely and professional support to internal and external stakeholders.

About you

You are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working closely with managers and employees and not afraid to get involved across the full employee lifecycle. You'll bring:

• A Human Resources or related qualification (preferred but not mandatory).
• HR Generalist/Advisory experience within a similar environment in warehousing/manufacturing/transport/logistics or other
• End-to-end recruitment experience.
• Practical Employee Relations and Industrial Relations experience.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• A collaborative and proactive approach.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and HRIS experience

Why join NewCold?

NewCold is a fast-growing global leader in advanced and automated cold storage, with an exciting pipeline of new projects and continued growth ahead across the ANZ region.

Joining NewCold means becoming part of an ambitious, innovative and international business where you can make a genuine impact. You'll work in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, partnering closely with managers and employees while building your experience across a broad range of HR activities.

We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to grow your career within an expanding global organisation.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position, providing the opportunity to work closely with our teams and be an active part of the day‑to‑day business.

If you're looking for a hands‑on HR opportunity where you can contribute, develop and be part of an exciting period of growth, we'd love to hear from you.