People & Culture Manager – Employment Relations - Mercure/ibis Perth

AccorHotel; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known hotel group in Australia is seeking a Part-Time People & Culture Manager for its Perth locations. You will drive the hotel's People & Culture strategy, ensuring alignment with values and operational goals. The ideal candidate has extensive HR experience, knowledge of Australian employment laws, and strong interpersonal skills. This opportunity promises a dynamic work environment with a focus on cultivating a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Heartist Membership for savings

Friends & Family Discounts

World-class training and career development

Global career opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in a senior People & Culture or HR role, ideally within hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation.
• Proven experience in employee and industrial relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage grievances, investigations, and industrial matters.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation.
• Support leaders with recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

Knowledge of Australian employment legislation

Experience in employee relations

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Passion for people and hotel operations

Education

Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related discipline

Job description

Company Description

ibis Perth has recently undergone a stunning refurbishment, unveiling a fresh new look that elevates the guest and team experience to a whole new level. Ideally located in the Perth West End, ibis Perthis just 300m from the bustling Murray and Hay Street shopping malls. The hotel features 192 modern, air‑conditioned rooms, and guests can enjoy our stylish, elevated bar and all‑day dining outlet, serving delicious meals and refreshing beverages. With revitalised spaces, a warm team culture, and a renewed focus on excellence, ibis Perth is ready to leave a lasting impression on both guests and employees alike.

Mercure Perth is conveniently located in the heart of Perth city, with the major shopping, entertainment and nightlife areas all close by. The hotel features 239 well‑appointed rooms, along with a great restaurant, a cafe, bar, heated rooftop swimming pool, and gym. Business guests are well catered for at Mercure Perth with 6 modern meeting rooms available, accommodating up to 350 delegates.

Job Description

As the Part‑Time People & Culture Manager (Employee & Industrial Relations) for ibis & Mercure Hotels Perth, you will play a key role in driving the Hotel’s People & Culture strategy, ensuring that all people and culture functions align with Accor’s values, policies, and operational goals.

You will oversee all aspects of the employee experience, fostering a positive workplace culture and supporting leaders through effective coaching and performance management frameworks. With a strong focus on employee and industrial relations, you will ensure compliance with legislation, manage grievance and disciplinary processes, and cultivate an environment built on respect, engagement, and wellbeing. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing all aspects of employee relations, including grievances, investigations, and industrial matters.
• Ensuring compliance with Fair Work legislation, modern awards and internal HR policies.
• Provide accurate and timely advice to managers and team members on employment matters.
• Supporting leaders with recruitment, onboarding, learning & development, and succession planning.
• Promoting engagement and wellbeing initiatives that enhance team culture and retention.
• Overseeing payroll compliance, compensation and benefits reviews, and HR reporting metrics.
• Driving diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to strengthen the Heartist spirit.
• Implementing the annual People & Culture business plan aligned with hotel and regional objectives.

The role works alongside an existing Part‑Time People & Culture Manager (Learning Development).

Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline, and bring a minimum of five years’ experience in a senior People & Culture or HR role, ideally within hospitality.

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and modern award interpretation.
• Proven experience in employee relations and industrial relations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and coach at all levels of the organisation.
• High attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A passion for people and hotel operations, with a collaborative and hands‑on approach.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with drive, ambition, and a high level of energy.

Additional Information

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