HR Manager

Manufacturing SME | Leadership Role | HR & Safety

Your new company This well-established and growing manufacturing organisation is a recognised leader within its sector, known for its strong operational capability and commitment to quality. With a close-knit team and a practical, hands-on culture, the business is now seeking an experienced HR Manager to take ownership of the people and safety function.
Your new role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a broad, standalone role where you will take full responsibility for both Human Resources and Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) across the business.
You will operate as a trusted advisor to leadership while also being hands-on in delivering day-to-day HR and safety outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full employee life cycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance, and offboarding
• Providing practical HR advice and coaching to managers on employee relations matters
• Leading performance management, disciplinary processes, and investigations
• Developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks
• Driving employee engagement and organisational culture initiatives
• Managing workplace health and safety systems, compliance, and reporting
• Conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and return-to-work processes
• Ensuring compliance with relevant employment legislation and WHS regulations
• Leading audits, training, and continuous improvement in safety practices

What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a confident and pragmatic HR professional who thrives in a standalone environment.
You will bring:

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within manufacturing, industrial, or blue-collar environments
• Demonstrated experience managing WHS/safety frameworks and compliance
• The ability to influence and partner with operational leaders
• A hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
• Experience working in a standalone or autonomous HR role (highly desirable)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What you'll get in return

• A true leadership role with end-to-end ownership of HR and Safety
• Opportunity to influence culture and drive meaningful change
• A supportive and down-to-earth leadership team
• Competitive salary package aligned to experience
• Stability and growth within a successful SME

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career.
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