1256876

• Immediate start
• 3 month temp opportunity (possibility of perm or extension)
• Circa $275,000 inclusive of super FTE
• South-East Melbourne / hybrid

Due to the recent acquisiton, this blue collar agriculture company has elevated their P&C function and is now looking for their new Head of People & Safety. This role will involve establishing and implementing people & safety frameworks that are aligned with the overarching corporate parent company. The Head of People & Safety will need to work closely with stakeholders at all levels to ensure people & safety standards are met and aligned with across the business. This role will involve a significant amount of stakeholder management and change management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Align company objectives and imbed new policies and procedures across the business, ensuring these are being met
• Coach managers to enhance people leadership capabilities
• Deliver and embed employee lifecycle programs and initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety, wellness, and environmental programs
• Develop and implement engagement strategies and programs
• Negotiate with external partners for cost-effective training solutions
• Ensure HR policies, processes, and procedures follow best practices
• Manage the annual remuneration review process
• Ensure compliance with all relevant HR legislation and regulations
• Drive business goals through effective team performance management
• Facilitate mediations and manage employee terminations
• Lead talent and succession planning initiatives
• Oversee recruitment processes, including seasonal workers

About You:

You will enter a rapidly evolving environment with significant challenges in leadership, safety and people management. You will need to bring strong experience in acquisitions and change management, particularly in embedding new HR and safety standards. This role will partner closely with the CEO.

JOB ID: 1256876