Human Resources Manager - WA/NT

Company Overview

RSGx offers innovative, multidisciplinary mechanical and electrical solutions across various sectors including transport infrastructure, oil and gas, resources, renewables, transmission and distribution, and water industries in Australia. We provide comprehensive services spanning project management, maintenance, shutdowns, and operations.

Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned and commercially minded Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function for the Western Australia and Northern Territory regions. This senior leadership position involves partnering with operational and executive stakeholders to formulate and execute people strategies that promote organisational growth, build workforce capabilities, enhance employee engagement, and improve business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Steer HR strategy delivery within WA/NT aligned with overall company goals.
• Act as the principal HR consultant to regional leadership and senior management.
• Oversee employee and industrial relations, workforce planning, talent management, and organisational development activities.
• Collaborate with leaders to enhance workforce skills, succession planning, leadership growth, and talent retention.
• Manage complex employee and industrial relations issues including investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, disputes, and performance management.
• Provide expert guidance on employment laws, modern awards, enterprise agreements, and internal policies.
• Champion initiatives related to employee engagement, organisational culture, diversity, wellbeing, and inclusion.
• Analyze workforce data and trends to inform strategic decisions and continuous improvements.
• Support change management, business transformation, mobilization, and expansion projects regionally.
• Lead ongoing enhancement of HR programs, policies, procedures, and governance.
• Work alongside recruitment, payroll, learning & development, and operations teams for consistent people outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and governance standards.
• Develop trusted stakeholder relationships to influence decisions that foster positive business results.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Extensive experience in senior HR roles such as Human Resources Manager, Senior HR Business Partner or similar.
• Proven track record managing HR in complex, multi-location, project-driven, or geographically diverse environments.
• Deep knowledge of Australian employment law, Fair Work regulations, industrial relations frameworks, modern awards, and enterprise agreements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior and executive leaders to implement strategic people initiatives and achieve business goals.
• Substantial experience handling complex employee and industrial relations issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary education in Human Resources, Business, Employment Relations, Psychology, Law or related fields.
• Experience supporting operational functions within sectors like resources, construction, engineering, maintenance, infrastructure, or industrial services.
• Background in overseeing HR activities across multiple states or regions.

Why Choose This Role?

• Join a rapidly expanding leader managing major projects throughout Australia.
• Lead HR initiatives for the WA/NT regions with significant strategic influence.
• Work directly with senior operational and executive stakeholders.
• Shape workforce planning and organisational culture in a dynamic and growing company.
• Competitive salary and benefit package.
• Collaborate in a supportive, results-oriented, and values-centered leadership team.

Additional Information

This is a remarkable chance for an accomplished HR leader seeking regional leadership challenges with broad responsibilities and impactful outcomes. As Human Resources Manager - WA/NT, you will be instrumental in directing people strategies, cultivating company culture, and driving workforce capabilities on prominent Australian projects. Join our leadership team and make a substantial difference in our organisation.