HR Advisor

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world. 

Job Description

SGS is seeking a full-time generalist HR Advisor for a 12-month parental leave cover with the possibility to extend. This role will be primary working from home, with sporadic days in the office located in Notting Hill. 

Reporting to the Senior Human Resources Business Partner, you will enjoy a true generalist position including but certainly not limited to the below:

• Provide full end to end HR generalist advice, with a passion for stakeholder engagement.
• Support managers and employees on a variety of ER issues, including performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and grievances, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes in line with company policies and relevant legislation.
• Work within a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• HR policy review and development to reflect best practices and legislative requirements.
• Assist with the delivery of training and workshops to managers and employees on relevant HR policies, procedures, and legislative changes.
• Lead and support HR projects throughout the year aimed at improving processes, enhancing employee experience, and driving organizational effectiveness.
• Manage reporting and compliance activities with precision and expertise.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, or related field.
• 3-5 years demonstrated experience in a similar HR advisory role with a strong focus on ER and IR.
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation, industrial awards, and Fair Work regulations.
• Previous Workday experience highly desirable
• Proven ability to effectively manage employee relations issues and resolve conflicts in a fair and equitable manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Enjoys working as part of a team environment that values collaboration.

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS. 

•    As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work
•    Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business
•    Paid parental leave
•    Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations
•    Corporate health & wellbeing offers
•    Ongoing learning & development 
•    Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)
•    SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.