Human Resources Manager - Melbourne

Menzies Aviation; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in Melbourne is seeking an HR Manager – strategic business partner to lead the HR function for the region. You will partner with General Managers to drive business performance, provide expert support, influence workforce strategy, and shape organisational design and culture.

You will oversee HR business partnering, talent management, workforce planning, employee relations, compliance, and analytics; coach a team of HR Business Partners; lead cross-functional projects; and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as HR Manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to align HR initiatives with operational objectives.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data to support operational decision making.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of building credibility with senior leaders.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and representation in the Fair Work Commission (AUS) or Employment Relations Authority (NZ)

Responsibilities

• Lead HR Business Partnering with operations leadership to translate business strategy into people plans.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations and compliance with employment law.
• Drive workforce planning, talent management, and succession initiatives to meet business needs.
• Develop and coach a team of HR Business Partners and collaborate with HR leaders on cross-functional projects.

Skills

HR Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

People Analytics

Change Management

Employee Relations

Job description

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, deliveringtime-critical logistics servicesat 350locationsin more than 65countries,across six continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

The HR Manger – strategic business partner will lead the HR function within a region/state with a focus on partnering closely with General Managers to drive business performance. The role provides technical support, influence workforce strategy, organisational design, talent management and culture.

What you will be doing

HR Business Partnering

• Key business partner to operations leadership team, leading the People Plan
• Strategic advisory on all HR matters, providing insight and guidance to achieve business objectives
• Lead initiatives to improve organisational effectiveness, employee engagement, and performance management
• Collaborate with operations to translate business and people strategy into actionable workforce plans

Talent Management & Workforce Planning

• Partner with leaders to identify critical talent needs and succession plans
• Work with HR Central Team Leader on recruitment strategies that align with operational priorities
• Develop initiatives and execute that improve retention, turnover, absenteeism

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with relevant employment legislation
• Represent in the Fair Work Commission (AUS) or Employment Relations Authority (NZ)
• Promote a positive culture that aligns with organisational values and goals
• Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement and workplace satisfaction

HR Compliance & Analytics

• Use HR metrics and workforce analytics to provide insights and drive evidence-based decision making
• Support operational leaders in understanding people metrics, developing strategy in areas of focus

Leadership

• Lead, coach and develop team of HR Business Partners
• Act as a role model for HR best practice and lead by example
• Collaborate with other HR Managers for integrated HR solutions
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects and change management initiatives

Would you like to see more detail on the accountabilities of the role? Please see the attached job description for further information

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for

• Minimum 5 years' experience asHR Manager in a fast-paced environment
• Strong strategic thinking andability to align RH initiatives with operational objectives
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data to support operational decision making
• Excellentcommunication and influencing skills, capable of building credibility with senior leaders
• Strong knowledge of employment law andrepresentation in the Fair Work Commission (AUS) or Employment Relations Authority (NZ)

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more abouthere.