Strategic HR Manager – Agriculture & Growth

Stockyard Beef Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Stockyard Beef Pty in Queensland is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and enhance our people practices across the business. You will report to the CFO and work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to shape culture, strengthen capability and drive growth across sites.

You will manage the employee lifecycle, attract and retain top talent, and provide trusted advice on people matters while ensuring compliance with legislation and driving engagement, performance and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a HR leadership or management role within a large, multi-site operation.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting operational and geographically dispersed workforces.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Sound judgement and the confidence to manage sensitive employee matters.
• Experience working with HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline (preferred).
• An interest in the Australian agricultural sector and food production industry.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver people strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities.
• Provide coaching and guidance on employee relations, performance management and disciplinary matters.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures and employment documentation.
• Manage remuneration, recognition and employee benefit programs.
• Coordinate performance review processes and support leadership development.
• Oversee WorkCover claims and return-to-work programs.
• Monitor workforce metrics and prepare reports for leadership and board reporting.
• Maintain HR systems and personnel records.
• Support learning and development initiatives across the organisation.
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture that reflects Stockyard's values.

Skills

HR leadership

Australian employment law

Geographically dispersed teams

Communication & relationships

Employee relations

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Organisation & prioritisation

HR qualifications

Education

Tertiary HR qualification

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stockyard Beef Pty in Queensland is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and enhance our people practices across the business. You will report to the CFO and work closely with the Executive Leadership Team to shape culture, strengthen capability and drive growth across sites.

You will manage the employee lifecycle, attract and retain top talent, and provide trusted advice on people matters while ensuring compliance with legislation and driving engagement, performance and