HR/OHS Generalist - FMCG, Wholesale
- Location:
- Epping, Victoria, Australia
- Posted:
- 6th December 2024
- Advertiser:
- Hays - ANZ - 2906270
- Growing Wholesale FMCG Company
- North-Melbourne Location
- Strong career growth opportunities
Permanent opportunity to join a growing FMCG company in an HR/OHS capacity
Your New Company
HAYS is proud to partner with a leading wholesale food distributor that supplies to a diverse customer base throughout Melbourne and Regional Victoria.
This business has been in operation for three decades and has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality products and service to their loyal and expanding customer base.
There is now an exciting and rare opportunity to join their HR/OHS team in a permanent capacity (North Melbourne location).
Your New Role
As HR & OHS Generalist, you will be working closely with the HR/WHS Manager and offer hands-on support across multiple facets of the business.
You will play a pivotal role in creating a safe workplace by integrating safety into the broader HR strategy by ensuring compliance standards are upheld.
You will support the organisation's strategic HR/WHS initiatives and deliver clear, people-focused solutions.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Support the entire employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, and off-boarding process
- Act as a trusted advisor on ER matters, including conflict resolution, grievance handling and disciplinary actions
- Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures to maximise effectiveness and generate sustainable solutions to ER matters
- Support the delivery of HR initiatives including performance management process, salary reviews, employee reward/recognition, and employee engagement surveys
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the HRIS system, including configuration and data integrity
- Coordinate and facilitate training and development programs to support the upskilling of existing employees
- Assess training needs and facilitate appropriate HR /WHS training in consultation with the HR/WHS Manager
- Develop and implement Learning and Development policy & procedures and training agreements
- Support employees' mental health and overall well-being by implementing initiatives on stress management, resilience building, and mental health awareness
- Support managers and employees on-site with WHS, workers' compensation & RTW compliance
- Conduct incident investigation, study possible causes, and provide a corrective action plan
- Support the injury management process, ensuring successful return-to-work outcomes and minimisation of workplace injuries
- Coordinate and carry out internal audits and facilitate third-party audits
- Develop and maintain the HACCP process control system to ensure the business complies with all applicable food safety standards and codes
What you'll need to succeed
- 3+ years' experience in HR/Safety with relevant tertiary qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a blue-collar or service-based organisation, preferably with multi-site experience
- Experience managing end-to-end employee lifecycle
- Knowledge of Australian Employment legislation and interpreting awards, and agreements
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
- Eagerness to take a hands-on approach with a passion for building positive working relationships
- Passionate about building and influencing a positive working environment
- Sound knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and quality management systems
- Experience in contemporary HR practices and tools, including HRIS Implementation
What you'll get in return
- Full-time, permanent position
- Collaborative role with the ability to exercise autonomy and independence
- A management & leadership team committed to your training and development
- Strong career development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements post probationary period
- A business on a strong trajectory with ambitious growth plans
- A safe, professional, and inclusive work environment
- Salary, laptop and phone (remuneration package to be disclosed during initial screening process)
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward a copy of your most up-to-date CV to E: Katie.Fendyk@hays.com.au or contact me for a confidential discussion about this role M: 0401 646 878
