Strategic People & Culture Lead

Akura; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP—Mental Health & Wellbeing

Bonus schemes

Additional leave purchase

Employee perks & discounts

Referral program

Job summary

Akura is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee Human Resources and People & Culture, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives and operational needs. You will lead recruitment, workforce planning, employee relations and performance initiatives across corporate and site teams, while shaping a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

With a five-year growth plan, the role offers leadership development opportunities and periodic travel to Bathurst to engage operational teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in an HR Manager role.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and HR governance.
• Experience embedding HR systems, reporting and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business growth.
• Lead workforce planning, organisational design and succession planning.
• Provide trusted HR advice and insights to support decision-making.
• Drive employee engagement, wellbeing and culture across corporate and site teams.
• Oversee HR policies, onboarding, performance management and investigations.

Skills

HR strategy

Workforce planning

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Stakeholder management

Education

HR/Business degree or related

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Akura is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee Human Resources and People & Culture, aligning initiatives with strategic objectives and operational needs. You will lead recruitment, workforce planning, employee relations and performance initiatives across corporate and site teams, while shaping a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

With a five-year growth plan, the role offers leadership development opportunities and periodic travel to Bathurst to engage operational teams.