HR Manager (Maternity Leave Contract – 6 Months)

Rentco Transport Equipment Rentals; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading transport equipment rental company in High Wycombe is seeking an HR Manager for a 6-month maternity leave cover. The successful candidate will provide HR guidance to support approximately 140 employees across various depots, manage employee relations, and oversee recruitment and onboarding. Candidates must have proven HR management experience, strong interpersonal skills, and understanding of employment legislation. This is a chance to contribute to business growth in an operational logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor stepping up.
• Strong working knowledge of Australian employment legislation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR guidance to managers and employees across all depots.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and staff movements.
• Manage employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary matters.

Skills

People leadership

HR operations

Employee relations

Strong communication skills

Job description

HR Manager (Maternity Leave Contract – 6 Months)

Rentco Transport Equipment Rentals – High Wycombe WA

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to provide maternity leave cover for approximately six months, supporting around 140 employees across 7 depots nationally. With payroll now managed by Accounts, this role is focused on people leadership, HR operations, supporting depot managers, and guiding the people component of ongoing business growth activities.

A comprehensive January handover will be provided, and the outgoing HR Manager will remain available for fortnightly check‑ins during the contract for continuity and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR guidance to managers and employees across all depots.

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and staff movements.

• Lead and support HR components of Mergers & Acquisitions, including people integration, due diligence, organisation structure updates, and communication planning.

• Manage employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary matters.

• Ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation, NES, awards, and company policies.

• Maintain HRIS and personnel records.

• Support safety, training, and engagement initiatives.

• Drive consistency across sites and uphold HR best practice.

• Collaborate closely with Accounts for payroll‑related inputs (as required).

About You

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor stepping up.

• Strong working knowledge of Australian employment legislation.

• Demonstrated experience supporting M&A processes, including organisational change, employee transfer, and integration.

• Experience in multi‑site, blue‑collar, logistics, transport, or similar operational environments preferred.

• Confident managing ER matters and supporting operational managers.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Contract Details

• 6‑month fixed‑term contract (February–August, with January handover).

• Fortnightly check‑ins with the current HR Manager for support and smooth transition.

Salary Range

Perth HR Manager – 6‑month contract rate:

• $120,000 – $130,000 + super (pro‑rata)