Human Resources Generalist

Crest Air Conditioning; Geehi; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Parking

Supportive company culture

Opportunity for career growth

Job summary

A leading company in building services is looking for an experienced HR Generalist to provide high-quality support across the full employee life-cycle. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years' experience, preferably in the construction industry, with strong stakeholder relationship skills. Responsibilities include managing recruitment, employee relations, and maintaining HR policies. This role is based in Geehi, NSW, and offers a rewarding work environment with a focus on growth and team stability.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in an HR Generalist position, ideally in construction.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation.
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice, support, and coaching on employee matters.
• Manage recruitment activities including onboarding.
• Maintain HR policies in line with standards.
• Prepare monthly HR reports and metrics.

Skills

5+ years in HR Generalist role

Strong stakeholder partnership skills

Leadership and influencing abilities

Strong communication skills

Organizational and decision-making skills

HRIS implementation experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or Business

Tools

ELMO HRM system

Job description

• Rewarding stand‑alone HR Generalist role
• Provide high-quality support across the full employee life‑cycle
• Build strong stakeholder relationships

Unique and rare opportunity to join one of the East Coast’s leading Mechanical companies taking ownership of the full employee life‑cycle

What’s in it for you?

At Crest, we offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a culture that is supportive, engaging and rewarding, whilst working in a fast‑paced environment
• Be part of a successful privately owned business which has been in operation for more than 45 years
• Onsite Parking

About the Role:

Reporting to the Financial Controller you will support the Sydney and Brisbane offices, around 120 team members, with a range of generalist HR activities, employee relations, recruitment and onboarding, learning and development, and other office‑based initiatives, ensuring strong commercial and technical outcomes.

What will I be doing?

As well as cyclical activities and projects, some of the day‑to‑day responsibilities may include:

• Provide accurate and business‑focused HR advice, support and coaching to managers and team members on a range of people matters including employee relations, performance management, remuneration, conflict resolution.
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment activities, including onboarding and induction.
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, forms and templates in line with legislative and ISO standards.
• Manage and maintain the ELMO HRM system to streamline day‑to‑day operations.
• Maintain employee data in payroll system ensuring the system remains the trusted source of truth.
• Manage apprenticeship activities, including induction, sign up, Tafe enrolment and progress monitoring, apprenticeship completion and Government incentive claiming.
• Drive the activities of the Graduate, Intern and Cadet Programs in consultation with Engineering and Construction managers.
• Identify skill gaps in consultation with managers and arrange required training.
• Lead annual performance and development review for all employees.
• Provide general HR administration in offboarding, variations to employment conditions.
• Prepare monthly HR reports, and other HR reports and metrics.

About You:

• Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in an HR Generalist role, ideally within the construction industry
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or Business would be beneficial
• Deep knowledge of HR best practice, industrial instruments, and employment legislation
• Strong stakeholder partnership skills with the ability to build trusted relationships
• A leader in their role, committed to owning the outcomes and delivering quality outcomes
• Proven leadership, influencing, and commercial acumen
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
• Well‑developed organisational, time management and decision‑making skills
• Experience preparing Board‑level papers, strategies, and recommendations
• Positive, proactive, collaborative and enthusiastic approach
• Hands‑on and systems‑oriented, with HRIS implementation experience, experience with ELMO would be beneficial
• Australian citizen or permanent resident with unlimited working rights within Australia, no overseas applications

About the Crest Team:

• Crest is a well‑known, highly reputable brand within the building services industry – we’re proud of our brand
• Strong reputation for quality products and service
• Crest specialises in the Design, Supply, Installation, Service and Maintenance of Commercial, Industrial and Residential air conditioning equipment
• Fabulous team of people - the very reason we continue to experience growth
• Stability and security – which is demonstrated by the way our people stay long term

What to do next:

If you believe you’re the HR Generalist we’re looking for and want to bring your expertise and energy to the business, then don’t hesitate to learn more and apply through the Careers Page at https://crestair.com.au/employment-opportunities/