Description:
Purpose of the Position:
To be successful in this position, you will have strong communication, influencing and business partnering skills with the confidence and ability to develop, implement and manage HR initiatives that address current and future workforce challenges.
Additionally, you will have experience with the delivery of HR training and have a flair for data management and analysis when working with Human Resource metrics.
Qualifications & Training for the role:
- A Degree qualification in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations or related area and/or relevant , equivalent experience (desirable)
- Proven HR Generalist experience, partnering with leaders to provide HR advice and operational support within a fast-paced environment.
- A track record of success in delivering HR related projects and initiatives
Specifics of the Role:
- Support continuous improvement of HR operations and the effective delivery of core HR functions and processes.
- Review, plan and manage improvement in the operational aspects of the employment lifecycle.
- Support performance review, remuneration review and succession planning, contributing to the development of HR metrics, HR systems and processes.
- Develop and implement career pathways and development needs, enhancing organisational capability.
- Contribute to the implementation and delivery of strategic HR initiatives.
- Support the development and capabilities of the HR team
- Serve as a facilitator, mediator or coach to resolve problems, difficulties and grievances which are presented by individual employees or front line managers.
- Ensure all Facility HR activities comply with relevant Acts, legal demands and ethical standards.
- Work with line managers to ensure all the employee related activities remain compliant with policies, procedures and legislation.
- Develop the HR reports, through undertaking formal and informal development opportunities for professional growth.
- Assist and support facility managers and line managers with regard to organisational change, including restructuring of employee resources and communicating change throughout the organisation.
- Ensure the on-boarding and induction process is effectively delivered in conjunction with site induction administrators, including outlining Progress Rail policies and procedures to new staff and collection of all relevant signed HR documentation.
- Monitor Industrial relations developments to prevent and settle disputes. Lead in facilitating negotiations with unions, industry groups and industrial authorities to determine agreements and minimise the possibility of industrial disputes.
- Provide Human Resources support and guidance with regard to employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
- Actively listen to and build positively on others’ ideas.
- Pro-actively seek and maintain collaborative working relationships with peers, management and customers to deliver results.
- Share information widely with others through verbal and written communication.
- Create and maintain strong relationships with employees, internal clients and other key stakeholders.
- Provide accurate and timely advice and support to employees surrounding human resources related policies and procedures.
About us
Progress Rail Australia, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been our keys to success.
With over 21 sites nationally and over 1000 staff, we offer a range of roles and opportunities across the Rail Industry to our staff through ongoing development and growth.
This comes with a competitive salary on offer and opportunities for career progression and study assistance support.
About you
Progress Rail have a diverse work force that strives to be the best in the industry. If you are wanting to grow in a dynamic company that caters to a great work life balance, come work for us.
About Our Process
At Progress Rail, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing and/or reference checks.
Supporting and rewarding our workforce
The size and magnitude of our business not only provides significant opportunity for professional development, but also attractive salary packages with performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunities for growth and career development
- Access to mentoring programs
- Flexible working arrangements
- 8 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer at full pay following 12 months of service
- Novated leasing and discounts on selected health insurance funds, gyms, vehicles and more.
- Travel Account for discounts on hotels, hire vehicles and flights
We know there are many aspects of our employees' lives that are important, and work is only one of these, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include flexible working options, a paid parental leave policy and development and training.