Human Resources Manager - Melbourne Airport

Menzies Aviation; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation is seeking an experienced HR Manager to act as a strategic business partner for our Victoria and South Australia teams. Based at Melbourne Airport, you will drive workforce strategy, talent management and culture in collaboration with General Managers.

The role reports to the HR leadership, provides technical support, and supports operations across Melbourne and Adelaide airports in a dynamic aviation environment.

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

• HR Business Partnering: Lead the People Plan and provide strategic advisory to operations leadership.
• Talent Management & Workforce Planning: identify critical talent needs and succession plans; drive retention.
• Employee Relations & Engagement: guidance on complex employee relations; promote a positive culture.
• HR Compliance & Analytics: use metrics to drive evidence-based decisions and focus areas.
• Leadership: coach and develop HR Business Partners; lead cross-functional projects.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Employment law

Job description

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

Menzies Aviation is a trusted aviation services provider operating at airports across the world. We deliver essential services including passenger assistance, ramp handling, cargo operations and other specialised aviation solutions that help our airline partners succeed.

With safety, teamwork and customer service at the heart of everything we do, we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive. If you're looking for a dynamic career with opportunities to grow, develop new skills and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

The HR Manager – strategic business partner will lead the HR function within Victoria and South Australia 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.

This is a full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to support our HR department. It is based at Melbourne Airport while also providing support to the team at Adelaide Airport, and offers exposure to the dynamic aviation industry environment.

What You'll 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)

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

What We're 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)

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Menzies Aviation, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, abilities and experiences and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, we may use a range of assessment methods to evaluate your suitability for the role. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

We are seeking candidates who are genuinely interested in building a long-term career with Menzies Aviation and contributing positively to our team culture and customer experience.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview, where they will have the opportunity to meet our Senior Vice President - People and learn more about the role and working at Melbourne Airport.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.