Senior People & Culture Business Partner
About the Company:
Lindsay Australia is a leading transporter of fresh and refrigerated produce. We take pride in supporting our farmers every step of the way—from planting and packaging to connecting them with retailers and families through our comprehensive road, rail, and logistics network.
Over the past 70+ years, our unique and diversified value chain has continually evolved. The future is bright, offering endless opportunities to Grow with Lindsay’s.
About the Role
Based at Acacia Ridge, reporting to the Group People Manager and collaborating within the People/Recruitment team, you will support a diverse portfolio across multiple locations nationwide leveraging your depth of HR experience.
Partnering with operational leaders and their teams, you will provide responsive, practical advice and implement proactive solutions to enhance people leadership capabilities across the business. Additionally, you will be responsible for delivering and embedding key components of people-focused improvement projects. This role is based at our Head Office in Acacia Ridge with travel expected to our depots & branches.
Key responsibilities:
* Collaborate with leaders from different departments to offer strategic HR/ER advice that enables operational delivery and promotes a positive workplace culture.
* Manage various employee relations (ER) and industrial relations (IR) issues, such as misconduct, performance, and conflict resolution, ensuring fairness across the Company.
* Handle complex ER/IR cases, providing practical, commercial and timely solutions.
* Lead and support organisational changes, ensuring smooth transitions for employees and alignment with business goals. Act as a change agent, facilitating communication and engagement during transformations.
* Support employee development initiatives, including training, succession planning, and career development programs; helping to identify any skills gaps within the workforce.
* Provide guidance and support to interstate teams, addressing region-specific matters while ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
* Identify and address emerging ER/IR issues to maintain a fair, compliant, and productive work environment.
* Work closely with your broader People/Recruitment team to ensure integrated solutions are delivered and any team support is provided as required.
About you
A tenacious self-starter, you enjoy taking ownership, are solutions-focused, outcome orientated and are driven by enabling change. You can prioritise and organise your time, have exceptional attention to detail and can frame and deliver effective communications. You have developed a reputation as a creative go-getter with great energy, and someone who can be relied upon to do what they say they will do and deliver.
Key attributes:
* Proven background working in the blue-collar sector, complemented by post qualification experience.
* Exceptional organisation to juggle conflicting priorities and stakeholder expectations.
* An understanding of the impact of HR decisions on wider business operations.
* Excellent written and verbal communication, with high attention to detail.
* Act intuitively; show initiative and act responsively.
* Strong problem-solving orientation.
* Sound knowledge of Australian Industrial Legislation and the ability to interpret Awards and EAs.
* Accountability for delivering HR services, initiatives and/or training.
* Financial acumen and comprehension of the impact of HR decisions on business performance and profitability.
* Tertiary qualifications in Business/HR or similar desirable.
What We Offer
* Career development opportunities in a growing organisation.
* A family-oriented company culture that values safety, support, and inclusivity.
* Recognition and rewards for key service milestones.
* Employee referral and retention bonus programs.
* Salary packaging options, including novated leases.
* Discounts with partners such as Qantas, Ringers Western, Bridgestone Tyres, and more.
How to Apply
Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV. For further information, contact Jennifer Ellem on 0417 178 110.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lindsay Group is committed to fostering diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring fair consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self, reach out to our team by emailing careers@lindsayaustralia.com.au.
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