Human Resources Manager

Keller Executive Search is recruiting an experienced Human Resources Manager on behalf of a privately held Australian mining and mineral development company. With expanding resource interests across Queensland, our client is strengthening its corporate functions to support workforce growth and long-term operational development.

The Human Resources Manager will oversee people management activities, employee relations, workforce planning and organisational development. Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will improve HR processes, support recruitment initiatives and establish practices that meet the needs of a growing resources business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement human resources policies, procedures and workforce planning strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee retention and performance management across corporate and operational teams.

• Provide guidance to management on employee relations, workplace legislation and employment agreements.

• Coordinate remuneration reviews, employee benefits administration and workforce budgeting in collaboration with finance.

• Establish succession planning and leadership development initiatives to support future business growth.

• Manage employee grievances, disciplinary processes and workplace investigations when required.

• Ensure compliance with Australian employment legislation, workplace policies and applicable industrial instruments.

• Support organisational change initiatives, including team restructuring and new operational appointments.

• Develop HR reporting processes covering workforce costs, retention, turnover and employee engagement.

• Promote a workplace culture focused on accountability, professional development and employee wellbeing.

Additional Information

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Based onsite in Brisbane.

• Occasional travel to operational sites across Queensland may be required.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of progressive human resources experience, including management-level responsibility.

• Previous HR experience within mining, energy, engineering or another industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and employee relations practices.

• Demonstrated experience developing HR policies and implementing people management systems.

• Proven ability to manage recruitment, workforce planning and employee performance processes.

• Experience advising senior management on workplace matters and organisational change.

• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution capabilities.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business Management or a related discipline.

Preferred

• Experience working within a privately owned or rapidly expanding resources company.

• Familiarity with remote-site employment arrangements and resource sector workforce requirements.

• Experience implementing HR information systems.

• Postgraduate qualifications in human resources or organisational management.

Benefits

Salary: Competitive remuneration package based on experience.

Incentives: Performance-based bonus opportunities.

Annual Leave: In accordance with applicable Australian employment standards.

Development: Professional training and leadership development opportunities.

Wellbeing: Employee assistance and wellbeing initiatives.

Travel: Business-related travel expenses covered.

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