People & Culture Superintendent

Finmec; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Finmec, based in Perth, Western Australia, is seeking a People & Culture Superintendent for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is based at the West Perth office with a flexible start window and a compact roster.

You will lead HR and organisational culture, drive safety initiatives, payroll, and compliance across mining and heavy industry, partnering with leaders to align people strategies with business goals and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resources (mandatory).
• 3+ years HR leadership experience in Mining, Heavy Vehicle Repairs, or Manufacturing (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices (mandatory).
• Cert IV or above in Work Health and Safety (desirable).
• Ability to pass a mine site induction and maintain fitness for work (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Strategically lead HR and organisational culture, aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Drive performance management and employee development programs.
• Manage talent acquisition, mobilisation, retention, and succession planning.
• Champion culture initiatives and change management across the business.
• Oversee safety integration and Work Health and Safety alongside WHS Manager.
• Foster employee relations, engagement, and a high-performing workplace.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, health and safety regulations, and policies.
• Oversee payroll processing and HR record-keeping.

Skills

HR leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resources

Certificate IV or above in Work Health and Safety

Job description

We are looking for a People & Culture Superintendent to join our team on a 12-month fixed term contract.

15th October, 2026

Company Blurb:
Finmec is an experienced maintenance provider to the mining, transport, civil and private industries. We are an authorised service provider to many OEM's and pride ourselves on being able to adapt to meet our customers' requirements. Our services cover the state of Western Australia with our core competencies and areas of expertise covering on-site support services, workshop services, equipment rental, and responsive field service teams.We are a Port Hedland Locally owned business made up of qualified Heavy Duty Mechanics, Light Vehicle Mechanics, Auto Electrician, HV Electricians, Boilermakers, and more.
Position:

• 12 Month Fixed Term Contact.
• Based out of the West Perth office.
• Flexible Start - End of November/ Beginning of December.

Roster:

• Monday to Friday - 45 hours per week.

Salary:

• $120,000 - $140,000 per annum.
• Superannuation on all hours.

Key Areas of Responsibility:
Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of human resources (HR) and organisational culture within the company. This role ensures alignment between people strategies and business objectives, fostering a positive, safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

• Strategic HR Leadership - Ability to align HR strategies with organisational goals and positively influence leadership decisions.
• Performance & Development - Drive performance management and employee development programs.
• Talent Management - Effectively manage recruitment, mobilisation, retention, and succession planning.
• Culture & Change Management - Champion organisational culture initiatives and change management processes.
• Safety - Drive Work Health and Safety alongside the Business Improvements & WHS Manager.
• Employee Relations & Engagement - Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Policies and Process Compliance - Ensure compliance with labour laws, health and safety regulations, and company policies.
• Payroll - Prepare and process payroll for all employees in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

Critical Competencies / Skills Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resources (mandatory).
• 3 years of HR leadership experience, preferably in Mining, Heavy Vehicle Repairs, or Manufacturing (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices (mandatory).
• Cert IV or above in Work Health and Safety (desirable).
• Firm understanding of safety in the industry (desirable).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills (mandatory).
• Ability to manage teams (mandatory).Proactive and highly motivated (mandatory).
• A high attention to detail and level of accuracy (mandatory).
• Ability to handle a multitude of tasks with conflicting timelines (mandatory).
• Ability to pass a mine site induction at any time or appropriate for work requirement i.e. drug and alcohol free and fit for work in all ways (mandatory).
• Ability to up to the Pilbara as required (mandatory).