Human Resources Manager

RSA Contractors; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

RSA Contractors is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead our HR function for 160+ employees. Based in our Stones Corner office, this hands-on leadership role partners with the CFO, HR team and site leaders to build a high-performing workforce and positive workplace culture.

You will drive recruitment, development, engagement and retention while ensuring compliance with Australian employment law and awards. This role operates in a collaborative, outcomes-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Relations, Employment Relations or a related discipline are preferred.
• Demonstrated experience as a Human Resources Manager or in a senior HR leadership role.
• Experience within civil construction, mining, engineering or similar operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation, modern awards and workplace relations.
• Proven experience managing employee relations, performance management, investigations and disciplinary processes.
• Strong recruitment, workforce planning and talent management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across site-based, remote and office teams.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll platforms; visa sponsorship/migration experience is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the leadership team to provide strategic HR advice and contribute to workforce planning initiatives.
• Lead recruitment and talent acquisition activities to support business needs.
• Drive employee development, succession planning, engagement and retention initiatives.
• Provide practical HR advice and support to managers, supervisors and employees.
• Manage employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, awards and workplace relations obligations through effective HR policies, procedures and documentation.
• Support remuneration reviews, workforce reporting and key HR metrics.
• Support injury management and return-to-work programs.

Skills

Strategic HR

Leadership

Recruitment

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/IR

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

RSA is seeking an experienced and practical Human Resources Manager to lead our HR function supporting a workforce of 160+ employees. This Part-Time role offers the opportunity to influence people, culture and workforce strategy across the organisation.

Based in our Stones Corner office, this is a hands-on leadership role where you will work closely with our CFO, HR team, leadership team, project managers, supervisors and employees to build a high-performing workforce and positive workplace culture.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Partner with the leadership team to provide strategic HR advice and contribute to workforce planning initiatives.

Lead recruitment and talent acquisition activities to support business needs.

Drive employee development, succession planning, engagement and retention initiatives.

Provide practical HR advice and support to managers, supervisors and employees.

Manage employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes.

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, awards and workplace relations obligations through effective HR policies, procedures and documentation.

Support remuneration reviews, workforce reporting and key HR metrics.

Support injury management and return-to-work programs.

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Relations, Employment Relations or a related discipline are preferred.

Demonstrated experience as a Human Resources Manager or in a senior HR leadership role, with the ability to balance people outcomes and business needs.

Experience within civil construction, construction, mining, engineering, infrastructure or a similar operational environment.

Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation, modern awards and workplace relations.

Proven experience managing employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes.

Strong recruitment, workforce planning and talent management capabilities.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the business.

Ability to work independently and build effective relationships across site-based, remote and office-based teams.

Experience with HR information systems and payroll platforms.

Experience with visa sponsorship, migration processes and labour agreements is highly regarded.

Why You’ll Love This Role

A key leadership role with direct access to senior leaders and the opportunity to shape our people, culture and workforce strategy.

A varied role balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on HR leadership.

A flexible part-time role designed to support genuine work-life balance.

Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment where your contribution is valued.

Why join the RSA Team?

Our Values: Regardless of role or title, our team is united by the core values of Respect, Safety and Agility, creating a positive, collaborative and high-performing workplace.

Employee Benefits: Access a wide range of employee discounts, including products, gift cards and services through our employee benefits program.

Wellbeing Support: We prioritise the health and wellbeing of our people and their families through access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity & Inclusion: We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to thrive.

About RSA: Established in 2017, RSA Contractors is a family-owned and operated civil construction company backed by more than 30 years of industry experience across the agriculture, mining, energy and transport sectors. We deliver projects throughout regional and remote Australia and are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, suppliers and local communities. Guided by our core values, we operate in a safe and sustainable manner, protecting our people, communities, land and resources for future generations.