People and Culture Business Partner

Atlas Arteria Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work model

Access to end of trip facilities

Employee-led Social Club

Volunteer Days and charitable matching program

Job summary

A global infrastructure firm based in CBD Melbourne is seeking a Manager, People & Capability. This role involves leading employee engagement and talent management initiatives across a diverse organization, promoting an inclusive workplace culture aligned with strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will have a strong HR background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. A flexible work model and supportive environment are offered, alongside opportunities for personal development and community involvement. Applications close on February 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Well-rounded HR experience across key people disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering HR programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of talent management initiatives.
• Partner with leaders for effective performance planning.
• Oversee diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Skills

Generalist human resources experience

Employee relations

Performance management

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Atlas Arteria partners to deliver world-class road experiences. Today the Atlas Arteria Group consists of toll road businesses in France, Germany and the United States. We create long-term value for our stakeholders through considered and disciplined management and sustainable business practices.

Our strategy is to optimise performance, to enhance our competitive position, and to deliver efficient portfolio capital management, all with the aim of creating investor value. These strategic priorities are underpinned by an effective leadership team.

Atlas Arteria is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) and has a market capitalisation of approximately A$7 billion.

About the role

The Manager, People & Capability plays a central role in shaping employee capability, culture and engagement across the organisation. Reporting to the Director, People Experience within the People, Culture and Sustainability team, you will work closely with colleagues and leaders to support the full employee lifecycle and embed contemporary people practices aligned with organisational priorities.

In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of development initiatives, driving talent and succession planning, and championing culture, engagement and recognition programs that enhance the employee experience. You will partner with leaders to support effective performance planning, provide guidance across a broad range of people matters, and contribute to strategic and operational projects that improve frameworks, systems and processes.

You will also collaborate closely with leaders on recruitment, organisational change and employee communications, while overseeing diversity and belonging initiatives that foster an inclusive, respectful and connected workplace.

About you

You bring well‑rounded generalist human resources experience across key people disciplines, including employee relations, performance management and development. You have demonstrated experience in designing and delivering programs that support talent management and employee development, and culture, engagement and employee recognition programs. Your background also includes supporting organisational change and delivering clear, engaging employee communications during periods of transition.

You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organisation. Supported by your sound commercial acumen and strong stakeholder management skills, you are able to influence and partner with leaders to achieve business outcomes.

Your approachable and empathetic style helps you create positive employee experiences and foster trust across the organisation. You thrive in dynamic, fast‑paced environments and enjoy working collaboratively, stepping beyond your immediate responsibilities when needed. You are proactive, organised and solutions‑focused, with strong judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Life at Atlas Arteria

Our people are at the heart of what we do and how we operate. To us, having a great culture is the key to delivering great results. We are guided in all we do by our STEER Values of Safety, Transparency, Engagement, Environment and Respect. These Values define us and what it means to work within Atlas Arteria.

Being part of the Atlas Arteria team, you will experience:

• Working in a small, culturally diverse and high performing team, collaborating across our global offices
• A supportive work environment, and flexible hybrid work model which enables work-life balance
• CBD Melbourne office location, with easy access to Flinders Street station and access to end of trip facilities (e.g. showers)
• An active employee-led Social Club
• Opportunity to take two Volunteer Days per annum and participate in Atlas Arteria’s Gives Back Program, with capped matching of charitable donations

At Atlas Arteria we celebrate Diversity and Belonging and we welcome candidates from diverse cultures, perspectives, and with diversity of experiences. If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please reach out to [e-mail].

Apply Now

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Applications for the role are to be submitted via LinkedIn and will close on Friday, 20 February 2026.