• Act as the primary People and Culture advisor to Operations leaders on industrial relations and employee relations matters
• Interpret and apply the Manufacturing Award and other applicable employment legislation, policies, employment contracts and industrial instruments
• Provide advice on classifications, remuneration, overtime, allowances, rostering, hours of work, breaks, leave, consultation requirements and other Award related matters
• Lead and manage complex employee relations matters, including performance concerns, misconduct, grievances, investigations, disciplinary processes, absenteeism and fitness for work matters
• Ensure fair, timely, well documented and legally compliant processes, working with external legal advisors where required
• Partner with operational leaders to understand workforce needs, business priorities and workforce risks
• Provide practical advice and coaching to operational leaders and site managers on managing people, performance, difficult conversations, conduct, attendance and team dynamics
• Use people data and workforce insights to identify trends and recommend actions relating to turnover, absenteeism, employee relations, performance and engagement
• Lead, coach and develop the Recruiter Talent Acquisition team member reporting to this role
• Lead the implementation of the company performance management framework across Operations