Job Description
Step into a hands-on HR leadership role within a well-established, values-led business, partnering with leaders to strengthen capability, lift performance and shape culture across the organisation.
Influence leadership and culture across a multi-site business
Hands-on role driving real change, not just advice
Broad scope across IR, performance and capability
About the Company
NHS is a locally owned and operated business with a long-standing presence in the Newcastle and Hunter region. Supporting the building and construction industry, they have built a strong reputation for dependable service, quality products and a team-first culture.
They are a values-led organisation, grounded in safety, trust, respect and delivering a high standard of service. With a strong operational foundation in place, the focus is now on strengthening leadership capability, culture and how they attract, develop and retain their people.
About the Opportunity
This is a key HR leadership role with a strong focus on Industrial Relations, leadership capability and workforce development.
Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will provide practical IR guidance while working closely with leaders to build capability and improve day-to-day people outcomes in line with business needs.
This is a hands-on, onsite role operating across multiple sites within the group. You will be embedded in the business, partnering with leaders and teams to drive consistency, strengthen capability and improve how people are managed across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide practical IR guidance across performance, conduct and employee matters
Support performance and conduct matters end-to-end, including more complex and sensitive cases
Coach leaders to confidently manage people, performance and conversations
Drive consistent and fair people practices, with a focus on early intervention and risk management
Improve HR processes and systems to create a more consistent and efficient approach
Strengthen recruitment, onboarding and overall hiring outcomes
Support workforce capability planning, including development pathways and bench strength
Embed consistent, values-led behaviours across the organisation
About You
Minimum 5+ years experience in a similar HR Manager role
Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline
Strong Industrial Relations knowledge and experience is essential
Ability to apply IR in a practical, balanced and people-focused way
Well rounded HR background with experience across development and capability uplift
Proven experience coaching and influencing leaders in operational environments
Experience working within non-corporate or heavy industry environments such as construction, manufacturing, logistics or similar
Comfortable operating in hands-on, site-based environments rather than corporate settings
Passion for developing people, improving culture and lifting capability
Strong communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
Benefits
Performance based bonus structure (STIP) aligned to business and individual outcomes
Paid day off on your birthday
Annual staff events with a strong team and family focus
Annual wellness allowance to support health and wellbeing
Staff discounts on products for personal use
Opportunity to shape and influence the people function within a growing business
How to Apply
To access a copy of the Success Profile Pack, including a detailed position description, please click here.
Please note, applications will be reviewed from Friday 24th April 2026. We encourage you to apply early, and will be available to respond to enquiries from this date.
To learn more about the role and associated benefits, contact Krystle Parker on krystlep@peoplefusion.com.au or call 02 4927 2007 for a confidential discussion.
Alternatively, click Apply to submit your covering letter and CV.
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