Human Resource Manager

Brandt Tractor; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment dealer is seeking a Human Resources Manager for Australia to shape HR strategy and drive employee experience across operations. The role entails managing payroll, compliance, and talent development while fostering a high-performance culture within the HR team. Ideal candidates will have a robust HR leadership background and a deep understanding of Australian employment laws.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Extensive HR leadership experience in complex organizations.
• Strong experience managing payroll operations in Australia and New Zealand.
• Proven success in leading HR teams and delivering change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Australian HR team.
• Oversee payroll operations ensuring compliance.
• Provide strategic guidance across HR programs.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Analytical Mindset

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources

Job description

Are you an experienced HR leader with a passion for culture, compliance, and innovation? We’re seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager – Australia to drive our people strategy, elevate the employee experience, and support sustainable growth across our Australian operations. If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As the Human Resources Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our HR strategy across Australia and New Zealand. Reporting into senior leadership and aligning with our global standards, this role will focus on key areas such as payroll, recruitment, compliance, employee engagement, and organisational development. You’ll lead a capable HR team and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, championing a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Australian HR team to foster a high-performance culture

• Provide strategic guidance across key HR programs, including performance management, compensation, reward, talent planning, employee engagement, and change management
• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations for both Australia and New Zealand, ensuring full compliance and efficiency
• Collaborate with business leaders to enhance the employee experience and streamline HR processes across the employee lifecycle
• Analyse workforce data to inform decisions and align people priorities with business goals
• Identify current and future capability needs, developing strategies to close gaps and support organisational success
• Ensure HR systems, policies, and processes are aligned with legal requirements and best practices
• Support leaders in navigating change, applying proven change management techniques
• Travel within Australia as needed to provide on-the-ground HR support

What We’re Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience
• Extensive HR leadership experience, ideally in a fast-paced, complex organisation
• Strong experience in managing or overseeing payroll operations in Australia and New Zealand
• Exceptional ability to coach, advise, and influence senior leaders and teams
• Proven success in leading HR teams and delivering organisational change initiatives
• Deep understanding of Australian employment laws, compliance standards, and key industry bodies
• Proficiency in leveraging HR technology to streamline processes and enhance operations
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Adaptability to changing priorities and evolving business needs

What We Offer

• A leadership role with real impact across a thriving and evolving business
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment
• Competitive compensation
• The chance to shape and influence a people-first culture across Australia & New Zealand

About Us

Brandt is a world-leading equipment dealer powered by iconic brands and unrivalled support from dealerships across Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. Brandt's mission is to enable customer success by providing practical and reliable equipment solutions and support. Customers count on Brandt to keep them moving forward, with remarkable customer service and industry-leading brands such as John Deere.

Ready to Lead the Future of HR? Apply Today!