Human Resources Manager

Role overview

This position calls for a seasoned HR leader to create and run the people function for a large remote mining project. The role is based in Brisbane, Australia, with regular travel to Papua New Guinea. It will play a key part in ensuring the workforce is planned, recruited, supported, and managed effectively so operations can run smoothly and remain sustainable over the long term.

What you will do

• Create workforce plans that match the needs of the operation.
• Direct hiring, onboarding, mobilisation, and deployment of employees.
• Handle employee relations and industrial relations matters such as contracts, grievances, and policy administration.
• Make sure all HR activities comply with employment laws, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Set up and run performance management, staff development, and leadership training initiatives.
• Manage compensation and benefits administration, payroll-related inputs, and workforce reporting.
• Build HR systems, reporting dashboards, and governance processes.
• Work closely with operations, community, security, and government stakeholders to deliver workforce goals.

What we are looking for

• At least 10 years of HR experience, ideally gained in mining, oil and gas, construction, or other remote operating environments.
• Hands-on knowledge of workforce mobilisation, industrial relations, and HR compliance.
• Proven experience setting up or leading HR functions in complex operational settings.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or a similar field.
• Prior experience in Papua New Guinea or a comparable jurisdiction will be an advantage.

Location and travel

The role is based in Brisbane, Australia and requires regular travel to Papua New Guinea.