human resources and payroll manager in Nuriootpa

In this role, you will manage talent, contribute to workforce planning, and foster a positive, effective work culture in a supportive, values-driven environment. You will play a critical role in aligning HR strategies with the organisation’s goals, ensuring all HR functions, including payroll, are executed seamlessly. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the organisation’s success while leading a skilled and motivated team.

Organisational Values:

• Compassion
• Courage
• Creative Thinking
• Collaboration

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & People Management: Lead and develop a small, effective People and Culture team, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering an inclusive environment for growth and collaboration.
• HR Strategy Development: Design and implement HR solutions that address workforce challenges, ensuring the right people are in the right roles at the right time.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation, collaborating with operational managers and executive leadership to meet their HR needs.
• Industrial Relations & Compliance: Provide expert advice on industrial relations, ensuring compliance with Fair Work Australia and relevant Enterprise Agreements.
• Workforce Planning: Develop tailored HR strategies that ensure a skilled, engaged workforce prepared for future challenges, including succession planning and employee development.
• HR Programs & Initiatives: Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes, and lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention.
• Payroll & Award Interpretation: Ensure accuracy and compliance, while developing and guiding your team to enhance their capabilities and drive continuous improvement

Essential Soft Skills:

• Relationship Building: Foster and maintain strong, professional relationships across all stakeholder groups to ensure seamless HR operations.
• Communication: Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity, transparency, and collaboration within the team and across the organisation.
• Results-Oriented: Demonstrate a clear focus on achieving goals, meeting deadlines, and driving performance despite challenges.
• Decision Making: Make informed, timely decisions that support both operational efficiency and employee wellbeing.
• Coaching & Development: Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, empowering them to perform at their best.

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Effective leadership and people management
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or similar
• Experience in HRIS systems and payroll management
• Proven experience in human resource management and industrial relations
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Vaccinated against COVID-19
• Passed a police check.
• Willing to get vaccinated each year.
• Have a driver's license.
• Experience in negotiating agreements.

How to Apply:

If you are a strategic and forward-thinking HR professional ready to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.

Please note - only successful candidates will be contacted.

At HR Partners by Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.