Management - Internal (Human Resources & Recruitment)Saab Australia is a leading defence and security company with a strong reputation for delivering advanced capabilities and complex systems to the Australian Defence Force and civil security customers. With a diverse portfolio of high-tech products and services, from combat, security and underwater systems to cyber security and deployable health solutions, Saab Australia is experiencing strong national growth.Saab is looking to strengthen its People and Culture function to not only strategically support Saab's significant recent growth, but also to enable successful delivery of the 2030 growth and diversification strategy. Saab takes pride in its diverse workforce, wide range of products and an innovative, collaborative work environment that nurtures individual growth and potential.With a new Chief People Officer (CPO) leading Saab's People and Culture evolution, this is an incredibly exciting time in Saab's history and demonstrates their commitment to investing in its people. Critical for success is the introduction of a strategic People and Culture leadership team to work collectively and in partnership across the broader business, to drive this evolution.This includes Heads of People Experience, People Capability & Development, People & Safety Partnering and Strategic People Programs, and provides a rare and unique opportunity for highly experienced, passionate and strategically capable People and Culture leaders to be part of this newly established team.About this RoleReporting to the CPO and leading the People Partnering, Advisory and Safety & Wellbeing teams, the Head of People and Safety Partnering has responsibility for fostering relationships and seamless partnering and engagement between People and Culture, Saab's leadership team and the broader workforce. Strategic partnering and workforce insights will drive the development of strategic plans aimed at integrating programs and initiatives across people experience, talent management, safety and wellbeing, performance management and lifecycle management within the business. You will also oversee delivery of effective and efficient P&C practices and solutions, with a focus on digital transformation.What You Will BringThe successful candidate will demonstrate strong senior leadership experience, specialising in HR, safety and wellbeing, either in the Defence industry or fast-paced and high-growth environments. You must have an analytical mindset and proven track record of developing and overseeing implementation of strategic plans, projects, process improvements and policies across HR, physical and psychosocial safety and wellbeing. Your ability to coach/mentor, communicate, influence and negotiate will be complemented by your natural ability to partner and engage with diverse stakeholders across all levels of the organisation and are essential for success. A strong understanding of industrial relations, safety legislation and the importance of aligned employment terms and conditions are critical requirements. Tertiary qualifications in human resources, business administration or related field is required.Confidential enquiries can be made to Katherine Myers-Scott or Jedda Gito at Morton Philips on (08) 8210 8510 . Applications are welcome through Seek.Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.Choose from thousands of courses delivered by leaders in education.#J-18808-Ljbffr
