Senior Manager People & Culture

R.M. Williams; City of Salisbury; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic Australian brand based in Adelaide seeks a Senior People & Culture Manager to lead their HR strategy. This hands-on role requires over 10 years of experience in HR management, particularly in industrial settings. The successful candidate will drive cultural initiatives, manage employee relations, and champion organisational change, all within a values-driven environment. Benefits include a generous product allowance, employee discount, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous product allowance

40% employee discount

Annual bonus scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Paid parental leave

Paid volunteer leave

Exclusive private health partnership

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in senior HR advisory or management roles, ideally in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proven success in IR/ER, including leading negotiations and resolving complex cases.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people initiatives to operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted partner to leaders, providing strategic and operational P&C support.
• Oversee employee relations, disciplinary processes, investigations and Fair Work matters.
• Shape and refine HR policies, procedures and frameworks.

Skills

Employee relations

Industrial relations

Organisational development

Leadership capability

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Law, Human Resources, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS platforms

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Senior People & Culture (P&C) Manager to shape the people strategy across our manufacturing operations and Adelaide business. This is more than just a HR role, it’s a chance to influence culture, drive transformation and partner with senior leaders to build a thriving, engaged and high-performance workplace.

As a key member of the People and Culture team you’ll be at the heart of aligning people strategies with business goals while managing the operational people and culture agenda. You’ll champion initiatives that elevate leadership capability, embed our values and create an inclusive employee experience that our people are proud to be part of.

This is a hands-on high impact role where your expertise in employee relations, industrial relations and organisational development will help shape the future of our workforce.

What You’ll be Doing

• Act as a trusted partner to leaders, providing strategic and operational P&C support.
• Support workforce planning, talent management and succession strategies.
• Drive recruitment excellence to build a culture of accountability and performance.
• Coach leaders through complex employment law, awards and workplace legislation.
• Oversee employee relations, disciplinary processes, investigations and Fair Work matters with confidence.
• Lead IR/EA negotiations and resolve complex workplace relations issues.
• Champion organisational change, embedding company values and behaviours.
• Shape and refine HR policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Represent the organisation at industry forums and external events.
• Lead, mentor and develop direct reports to help them grow and thrive.

About You

You are a highly skilled HR leader who thrives in fast paced, complex environments. You bring deep expertise in employee and industrial relations, a strategic mindset and a passion for building strong, values led cultures.

You thrive on building strong relationships with leaders, providing pragmatic advice and driving people strategies that deliver real business impact.

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years’ experience in senior HR advisory or management roles, ideally in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Human Resources, or a related field is desirable.
• Proven success in IR/ER, including leading negotiations and resolving complex cases.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people initiatives to operational needs.
• Proven experience in workforce planning, talent management and cultural transformation.
• Exceptional communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills – you will be a true business partner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to lead the People and Culture function in Adelaide for an iconic Australian brand, playing a key role in shaping the future of our Adelaide workforce. You’ll be part of a values-driven organisation that is committed to building capability, fostering inclusion and creating meaningful employee experiences.

We offer:

• Generous product allowance
• 40% employee discount
• Annual bonus scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer leave
• Exclusive private health partnership

R.M.Williams appreciates the importance and value of a diverse workforce and is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and to provide employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at R.M.Williams are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, national origin or family or parental status.