Human Resource Manager
Location
Kempsey, New South Wales
Category
Human Resources
Salary
Posted
18-Feb-2026
Work type
Contract
Contact
Sienna Buch
Reference
183728
About the role
Our client is a well-established Australian business seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join their team. This is a key leadership role supporting senior management and contributing to the overall business strategy. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a standalone, full-time Human Resources Manager position responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies aligned to business objectives.
You will operate as a true generalist across recruitment, employee relations, compliance, safety, training and workforce planning, partnering closely with senior leadership across all operational departments.
Duties
- Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes
- Lead performance management systems including development plans and employee programs
- Provide leadership and guidance on employee relations and industrial matters, including Enterprise Agreement compliance
- Oversee workers compensation claims, return-to-work processes and workplace investigations
- Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, training programs and workforce planning initiatives
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
- In-depth knowledge of labour law, HR best practice, awards and enterprise agreements
- Strong industrial relations and employee relations experience
- Knowledge of HR systems, databases and payroll processes
- Excellent communication, problem solving and stakeholder management skills
Benefits
- Standalone leadership role reporting directly to the CEO
- Broad generalist scope across strategy and operations
- Opportunity to influence culture, performance and workforce development
How to apply
Sound interesting? We would love to hear from you! Click APPLY NOW to upload a copy of your current resume & cover letter, or call Jo Ellerman on 02 6691 9106 for a confidential discussion.
How to apply
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.







