Human Resources Manager

International Sos; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-led organisation

Career growth

Ongoing training and development

Service awards

Extra annual leave

Volunteer days

Exclusive discounts on health

Job summary

International SOS in Australia is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead HR, recruitment, payroll and credentialing for a major Defence healthcare program. You will build the HR function, implement governance and workforce planning across the program.

You will guide industrial relations, oversee onboarding, payroll, mobility and change management, and shape organizational design, talent development and retention initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years senior HR experience, including 5+ years in management roles, with experience overseeing HR, recruitment and payroll functions
• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Strong expertise in strategic HR, workforce planning, employee relations and organisational change
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Proficiency in HRIS, payroll, recruitment and Microsoft Office systems
• Full working rights in Australia

Responsibilities

• Building the HR function and driving compliance, governance and continuous improvement
• Guiding the Program's people strategy and workforce planning
• Managing industrial and employee relations, including enterprise agreements and complex workforce matters
• Overseeing recruitment, credentialling, onboarding, payroll and HR administration
• Shaping organisational design, talent development, engagement and retention initiatives
• Managing workforce mobilisation, organisational change and contract transitions

Job description

• Play a key role in the mobilisation of a significant Defence healthcare program
• Join a global organisation specialising in medical, security and travel risk services
• Build and shape the HR function for a major and complex program

Lead HR, recruitment, payroll and credentialling services while establishing people systems, processes and workforce strategy across the Defence healthcare program.

The Company

International SOS has a proven record across Australia and the Pacific region, combining global healthcare expertise with a deep understanding of the unique medical requirements for military operations, humanitarian relief and multilateral exercises. With on-demand capability, operational experience across the region, and the ability to engage large-scale distributed workforces; International SOS integrates seamlessly with uniformed capability, offering agile solutions that adapt to domestic and expeditionary military requirements. Globally recognised for our unique expertise, we offer fantastic opportunities to make a meaningful impact, providing care where others can't.

About the role

As a member of the Program Leadership Team, the HR Manager provides strategic HR expertise, workforce planning and people management advice to enhance operational outcomes. Key responsibilities include:

• Building the HR function and driving compliance, governance and continuous improvement
• Guiding the Program's people strategy and workforce planning
• Managing industrial and employee relations, including enterprise agreements and complex workforce matters
• Overseeing recruitment, credentialling, onboarding, payroll and HR administration
• Shaping organisational design, talent development, engagement and retention initiatives
• Managing workforce mobilisation, organisational change and contract transitions

About you

• 7+ years' senior HR experience, including 5+ years in management roles, with experience overseeing HR, recruitment and payroll functions
• Relevant tertiary qualifications
• Strong expertise in strategic HR, workforce planning, employee relations and organisational change
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Proficiency in HRIS, payroll, recruitment and Microsoft Office systems
• Full working rights in Australia

Benefits

• Contribute to a purpose-led organisation that helps clients protect their people while strengthening organisational resilience
• Opportunities to expand your career in a multinational company with consistent growth
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Enjoy rewards for your contributions, including service awards
• Option to purchase additional annual leave and paid volunteering days
• Exclusive discounts on health insurance, airlines, technology, and more

Please note: Only suitable shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

At International SOS, we cultivate a supportive atmosphere where everyone can thrive. We encourage applicants from all ages and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, disabled people, diverse genders, cultures, and languages, LGBTQIA+ identities, neurodivergent individuals and veterans to apply. We value your unique perspectives and skills through our dedication to respect and care. As a truly global organisation; we operate in over 91 countries, with multicultural employees speaking over 100 languages and dialects.