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Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, you will provide effective support across all People & Culture initiatives. You will be supporting a wide range of stakeholders and operational leaders, whilst promoting best practice P&C initiatives. This role will have you working across the employee lifecycle and be the first point of contact for day-to-day as well as more complex queries across the business.
About Makita Makita Corporation was founded in 1915 as an electric motors sales and repair company who in 1958 became the first company in Japan to manufacture electric planers. Now over 100 years on we have a reputation as the world leading manufacturer of power tool products for the Building & Construction, Power Garden and Commercial Cleaning Industries.
Primary Responsibilities: Review of policies and procedures Assisting with performance evaluations, goal setting, and performance improvement plans for employees. Actively participate in performance and disciplinary matters, preparing relevant documentation as required. Implement staff engagement, reward and recognition initiatives to build a collaborative and supportive culture. Complete monthly reporting and assist in other reporting procedures. Assist management such as Managers and Supervisors to lead, coach and develop their staff to enhance capabilities and improve performance. Provide support with handling employee issues including performance management, grievances, staff support and wellbeing, industrial relations, agreements/Modern Awards. Coordinating training programs, workshops, and professional development opportunities for employees. What we need from you: Degree qualified in HR or another relevant area, with relevant experience working in a fast-paced environment. Minimum 4 years' experience in a P&C Generalist position. Exposure to a blue-collar experience will be highly regarded. Ability to interpret and advise on Modern Awards, IR, legislation, and regulations combined with knowledge of contemporary HR trends and practices. Being professional, approachable and warm in style upholding effective stakeholder management. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work autonomously and with a team. Effective problem solving, delivering solution-based outcomes with high time management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel. Culture At Makita, we value our culture and the way we work together to deliver results. Our success is due to the quality of our products, the high calibre of our people and the commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Access to Makita's EAP Birthday leave Employee referral program Anniversary recognition Paid Parental leave Staff discounts on Makita products Recruitment, Selection and Privacy policy Successful candidates will be required to complete an extensive pre-employment selection process encompassing interviews, background/reference checks and a medical which includes a drug and alcohol test.
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How to apply Click Apply to submit your application. ONLY candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience will be contacted. Applications will close on or before 31 January 2025. To all recruitment agencies: Makita does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Makita employees or any other company location. Makita is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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