People & Culture Manager

Job title : People & Culture Manager
Location : Victoria
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1580017
Are you ready to shape the people strategy for a growing global brand? Our client is a leader in automotive aftermarket products. They’re seeking a passionate and hands-on People & Culture Manager to drive HR initiatives and support a growing team.

About The Company:
  • Global brand with headquarters in Japan
  • 70 employees in Australia, with rapid growth from 50 in recent years
  • $100M annual revenue and a strong presence across Australia
  • Melbourne-based, with a supportive and close-knit team
About the Role:
Reporting directly to the Executive General Manager of Finance & Administration, you’ll take ownership of the People & Culture function, centralising processes and driving initiatives that support people and business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Generalist HR Management: Oversee end-to-end HR operations, providing support and advice across the business.
  • Payroll Support: Provide mentorship and backup support for the Payroll Officer.
  • Policies & Compliance: Review and update policies to ensure alignment with best practices.
  • Industrial Relations: Lead EBA negotiations and manage union relationships
  • Recruitment: Centralise and streamline recruitment processes to ensure a strong culture and skill fit.
  • Training & Development: Manage third-party providers and ensure training aligns with business goals.
  • Performance Management: Oversee performance reviews and optimize the Elmo HR system to drive best practices.
About You:
  • Proven experience as a People & Culture Manager or HR Generalist.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, EBA negotiations, and union relations.
  • Experience managing recruitment, training, and performance management programs.
  • Familiarity with HRIS systems (experience with Elmo is a plus).
  • Collaborative and hands-on approach with a passion for people and process improvement.
Why This Role?
  • Impact: Be the first in-house People & Culture Manager, shaping the future of our team.
  • Growth: Work for a rapidly growing SME with global reach and strong local leadership.
  • Culture: A supportive team where your voice is heard, and your work makes a difference.
  • Flexibility: Hybrid working arrangement after an initial 6 months in-office.
  • Reward: Competitive salary package plus bonus