People Operations Lead

Job Title: People Operations Lead

We are seeking a skilled and experienced HR Manager (ANZ) to lead the people agenda across our Australia and New Zealand operations.

In this role, you will work closely with senior leaders and our global People & Capability team to deliver high-impact HR strategies that drive performance, mitigate risk, and support a strong and inclusive culture.

This is a broad generalist role, covering the full HR remit, from strategic workforce planning and leadership development to compliance, change management, and employee engagement.

You will play a critical role in translating global initiatives into meaningful regional outcomes, ensuring alignment with both business objectives and local regulatory requirements.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Leading the local implementation of global HR strategies, adapting them to meet regional needs
• Partnering with leaders to drive organisational capability, employee engagement, and cultural alignment
• Ensuring compliance with relevant employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, Modern Awards, and our Enterprise Agreement
• Providing expert advice on employee relations, performance management and workplace investigations
• Overseeing regional compensation processes, including salary reviews, benchmarking, and proposals
• Leading workforce planning, talent development, and succession initiatives
• Supporting change management projects and the rollout of key HR systems and processes
• Representing the business in EBA discussions and managing union relationships where required

The successful candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources as well as additional accreditations or qualifications in HR specialist functions
• Proven experience in a senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner role
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing or Warehousing environment would be desirable
• Strong working knowledge of Australian employment law
• Experience in employee and industrial relations, including EBA negotiations
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence across all levels of the business
• Commercial mindset, with a focus on delivering outcomes that add business value
• Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and resilience

About Us:

We are a public small cap company established in 1951 in Melbourne, employing over 450 people around the globe, operating in Australia, China, the United States, Europe and the Middle East.

We have grown from our base in high quality polymer shade fabrics to be a marketer of products that enhance your home lifestyle and deliver smart and practical solutions across a broad range of domestic and commercial applications.

We welcome applications from all cultural backgrounds and experiences. Please advise our team if you require assistance throughout the recruitment process.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be asked to complete online psychometric testing, medical assessments and onsite/virtual interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need, not personal or protected attributes.

Our benefits include:

• A supportive leadership and connected team environment
• Opportunities for professional learning and development
• Braeside location with modern facilities and onsite parking
• Flexible work options
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Access to comprehensive Wellbeing support
• Novated Leasing

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Textile Manufacturing