Job Summary: As our HR Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting our AU operations as we launch and scale Ruggable in Melbourne, Australia. You will support a wide range of activities within our AU business, from recruitment and employee on/offboarding to employee relations to payroll support and benefits administration.
We are seeking a service and detail-oriented individual who will act as a liaison between the AU Plant Manager, People Operations team, and AU employees, ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolution of requests and questions. This is an opportunity to be part of a high-performing team, implement a positive culture of safety, teamwork, and support, and establish best practices within Ruggable.
This role will be based at our new manufacturing facility in Melbourne, AU.
What You'll Do: Manage recruitment, on/off-boarding, payroll, and benefits for hourly employees, including managing relationships with external agencies and the temp-to-perm processEnsure Ruggable AU is a high-performing and engaging workplace by coaching and supporting managers on employee relations, delivering company communications, and planning and implementing policies, programs, and practicesSupport the creation of a compelling Employee Value Proposition and ensure that Ruggable's proposition stays competitive (includes reviewing compensation, benefits, and other offerings periodically)Measure employee morale and determine methods for improving overall employee satisfactionAct as liaison between the company and outside legal and professional resources as needed (e.g., occupational health providers, payroll providers)Ensure that all employment policies follow current laws and regulations and that Ruggable is compliant with safety and legal practices, procedures, and record-keepingAssist the Plant Manager and Health & Safety team in safety training and accident investigationsAct as a trusted advisor to the organization by staying up to date on best practices and industry trendsCoach and counsel management on key talent matters, including performance management and development, feedback, employee wellbeing and engagement, and disciplinary actionsIdentify training needs and create or coordinate appropriate training for employees and leadership (based on knowledge gaps and succession planning needs)Maintain all HR records and provide data, key indicators, and qualitative feedback to align employment decisions to current and future workforce needsWhat You'll Need to Have: Required: HR competencies - recruiting, training, employee relations, compensation and benefits and cultureProven work experience as a People Ops Manager; managerial experience is a mustMust work well under pressure in a very fast-paced environment and be ableto work independently with minimal directionStrong interpersonal skills - ability to address complaints/resolve problems, reward/discipline employees, and appraise performanceStrong communication skills – must be able to convey facts and information clearly and effectively both verbally and in writingAbility to create and work in collaborative group environmentsKnowledge of Australian and (if applicable) Melbourne-specific employment lawAbility to invite and provide constructive feedbackEagerness to learn and willingness to perform any functions required to ensure the success of the AU teamProficient with GSuite and Microsoft SuitePreferred: CIPD qualified or able to evidence experienceWorking knowledge of HRIS (HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time & Labor, Applicant Tracking)Experience working in a start-up environment or manufacturing environment (or both!)Compensation: 90,000 - 110,000 AUD base salary per yearAn annual bonus percentage that varies based on level of role
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