People Advisor/Hr Advisor

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking an experienced People Advisor to support our new Doncaster operation, partnering with warehouse and operational teams to deliver practical HR guidance across the employee lifecycle.

You will advise managers on policies, support onboarding and performance processes, and ensure compliant HR records. Experience in warehousing or logistics and strong communication are highly valued in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a People Advisor or HR Advisor.
• Broad HR-generalist background with ability to advise across people matters.
• Experience in warehousing, logistics or operational environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures and people-related matters.
• Work closely with warehouse and operational managers to understand people needs and provide practical HR support.
• Guide managers on absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Coach and support managers to apply HR policies and processes fairly and consistently.
• Manage HR queries, investigate options and collaborate with colleagues across the wider People Function.
• Support key employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, performance management, job moves and employee exits.
• Support the delivery of annual people processes and activities.
• Use Workday and ServiceNow to manage HR processes, queries and employee information.
• Guide managers and employees in using HR systems and processes effectively.
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records and HR documentation.
• Support the consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a positive and engaging employee experience across the Doncaster site.

Skills

Generalist HR knowledge

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Coaching managers

Confidentiality & discretion

Tools

Workday

ServiceNow

Job description

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics, with more than a century of experience connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chains.

We are looking for an experienced People Advisor to join our new operation in Doncaster.

Working closely with our warehouse and operational teams, you will provide practical and consistent HR advice and guidance across a broad range of people matters. You will support managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle, helping to ensure a positive employee experience and the effective application of our people policies and processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, operational environment and building strong relationships with managers and employees.

Key responsibilities

As a People Advisor, you will:

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures and people-related matters.
• Work closely with warehouse and operational managers to understand their people needs and provide practical HR support.
• Guide managers on employee matters including absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Coach and support managers to apply HR policies and processes fairly and consistently.
• Manage HR queries, investigate options and collaborate with colleagues across the wider People Function to provide appropriate solutions.
• Support key employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, performance management, job moves and employee exits.
• Support the delivery of annual people processes and activities.
• Use Workday and ServiceNow to manage HR processes, queries and employee information.
• Guide managers and employees in using HR systems and processes effectively.
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records and HR documentation.
• Support the consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a positive and engaging employee experience across the Doncaster site.

About You

We are looking for an approachable, confident and people-focused HR professional with strong generalist HR knowledge and a practical approach to supporting managers and employees.

Experience within a warehousing or logistics environment would be highly desirable, although we would also welcome candidates with experience in manufacturing, distribution, supply chain or other fast‑paced operational environments.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a People Advisor, HR Advisor or within a similar HR role.
• Broad generalist HR experience, with the confidence to advise managers across a range of people matters.
• Experience within a warehousing, logistics or operational environment would be highly desirable.
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience interpreting and applying HR policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The confidence to coach and advise managers at different levels within the organisation.
• The ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionally.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with good judgement.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using Workday, ServiceNow or another HRIS would be advantageous.

Join us

This is an exciting opportunity to join Maersk’s new Doncaster operation and play an important role in supporting our managers and employees as the site develops.

If you are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams and thrives in a fast‑paced warehouse or logistics environment, we would like to hear from you.

Join Maersk and help us create a positive employee experience at our new Doncaster site.

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