People, Culture

2 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Genuine Parts Company Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you passionate about fostering a thriving workplace culture and supporting people throughout their employee lifecycle? Genuine Parts Company (GPC) and Motion are seeking a dedicated People, Culture & Wellbeing Specialist to support and enhance the PCW processes, systems, and policies across our dynamic teams in Australia.

About the Role
As a key member of the Motion PCW function, you will provide operational and strategic HR advice to assigned stakeholder groups, manage HRIS processes, and champion initiatives that drive productivity, culture, and wellbeing. This role is crucial to building a high-performance, engaged, and safe workplace aligned with Motion and GPC's values and strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and deliver PCW programs across the employee lifecycle, including performance management, succession planning, talent acquisition, and employee engagement.
  • Provide expert advice on remuneration, benefits, disciplinary investigations, and compliance with Australian employment law.
  • Promote and support safety and wellbeing initiatives in collaboration with the Safety function.
  • Facilitate continuous improvement by leveraging technology and process optimization, including the use of AI tools within guidelines.
  • Collaborate as a proactive team member within the APAC PCW Team to uphold 'One GPC' culture.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships across all levels of the business.

What We're Looking For

  • Qualification in Human Resources or relevant discipline.
  • Proven experience as a generalist HR professional in a multi-site, matrix-structured Australian business.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian IR legislation with experience handling disciplinary matters.
  • Commercial acumen with excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Capability to manage multiple priorities calmly and efficiently under pressure.
  • Intermediate proficiency with MS Office and HRIS systems (Workday preferred).
  • Ability and willingness to travel across branches as required.
  • Experience in engineering or industrial sectors is advantageous but not essential.

Why Join Us?
At GPC and Motion, you'll join a team committed to people-focused leadership, continuous development, and safety excellence. Enjoy an inclusive and supportive environment where your contribution drives real impact, and you can grow your career.

What we can offer you:

  • Group discounts from a range of automotive & industrial suppliers e.g. Repco.
  • As Motion is part of the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) Group, there is opportunity to collaborate with HR peers across the Asia Pacific region.
  • Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential.
  • An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people.
  • Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program, and access to mental health and well-being support initiatives
  • Supplied uniform of choice to foster a strong sense of team spirit and belonging.
  • Incentive scheme to celebrate and reward our success.
  • One paid Volunteer Leave Day each calendar year, allowing you to give you to the community with our full support.
  • Parental Leave Top-Up Allowance to provide extra financial support when welcoming new family members

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now to become a vital part of our People, Culture & Wellbeing team and help shape the future workplace experience across Motion and GPC.

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GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.



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