People and Culture Manager

Work options: Hybrid

Hybrid work option (work from home up to two days per week) with the location of office-based work being Abbotsford and the Haymes Paint Head Office in Ballarat (at least one day each per week).

• Join a company with over 90 years of heritage that continues to innovate and grow
• Drive initiatives that truly impact employee experience and organisational success
• Enjoy working within in a supportive and collaborative team

From our humble beginnings in 1935, Haymes Painthas grown to become Australia's largest Australian made and owned manufacturer of premium brand paints, finishes, and protective coatings. Now in our third generation of family ownership, we haven't slowed down on bringing new and better products to the market, always looking for new advances or opportunities for innovation. Our values of Truth, Passion, Motivation, Respect, Listen and Learn are reflected in everything we do.

About the Role

Adopting a hands-on approach and reporting to the Head of People and Culture, you will oversee the smooth operation of the Haymes Paint employee lifecycle including attraction and retention, learning and development, payroll, industrial and employee relations and organisational culture, to meet Haymes Paint's business requirements. This is a pivotal role managing a team and collaborating with stakeholders across the business including on-site in our Abbotsford and Ballarat locations and our national retail and trade networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the Haymes Paint employee lifecycle including attraction, retention, onboarding, development, engagement, and offboarding.
• Coordinate and manage existing payroll, performance management, succession planning and remuneration initiatives.
• Operationalise and embed learning and development programs aligned with business needs.
• Provide expert advice on employment relations, workplace investigations, and compliance with legislation.
• Support the Head of People and Culture in driving and implementing organisational capability through policy development and implementation.
• Analyse People and Culture data to inform decision-making and enhance employee experience.
• Operationalise and embed transformational change initiatives and contribute to strategic planning.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing People and Culture team across multiple locations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver impactful people outcomes.

About You

You're a strategic thinker and empathetic leader with a passion for people and culture. You bring:

• Strong knowledge of employment law, modern awards, payroll and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to influence change and implement capability building initiatives.
• Experience with HRIS, L&D platforms, and data-driven decision-making.
• A collaborative, values-aligned approach with excellent communication skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field.
• 6–10 years' HR experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.

Why Join Haymes Paint

• Values-led culture where people come first.
• Hybrid working.
• National impact with a strong regional heart.
• Career growth in a supportive, innovative environment.
• Make a difference in a business that's proudly Australian and family-owned.
• Employee benefits packages including access to employee wellbeing platforms, healthcare and retail discounts.

Ready to make your mark?

Apply now to join a company where your work truly matters.

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Disclaimer:

Applications will only be considered from candidates with the right to work in Australia. Haymes Paint do not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Haymes Paint is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.