EMPLOYMENT

As our group expands, we need world-class talent to drive the future of our business. With new and exciting opportunities available within our group, we want to give you the opportunity to grow with us!

Due to the continued growth of the business, an exciting opportunity is now available for a HR Business Partner to join the People & Culture team at Autopact. This role is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to join one of Australia's leading automotive groups.

Please note this is a fixed term contract covering for maternity leave for a period of 9 months, with the possibility of extension.

Autopact is one of Australia's largest automotive dealership groups consisting of 28 dealerships along the eastern seaboard and representing 36 of the top car brands in Australia.

Our mission is “For everyone to Drive Away Happy, every time". This mission applies not only to our customers - but also to our employees, suppliers, and business partners.
 

What you’ll be doing:

Reporting to the National Head of People & Culture, this role will provide advisory support to management and leaders on a broad range of topics involved in the employee lifecycle including:

• Provide high-level HR advice and guide managers in addressing employee issues.
• Assist in the implementation of initiatives including, but not limited to, succession planning, workforce planning, performance evaluations, training needs analysis, and compensation and benefits.
• Handle employee relations matters and investigations, working to resolve conflicts and grievances fairly and impartially.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; apply this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to management.
• Strive for efficiency, accuracy, and automation in the P&C function to enhance overall productivity.

 What you’ll bring:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels including executive management.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree and relevant HR certifications preferred.
• Strong solid HR experience (5+ years), with a background in an advisory or business partner level.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proven success in developing and executing HR and culture strategies.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a high level of confidentiality and ethics.

What’s in it for you:

• A competitive remuneration package will be offered in line with experience.
• Opportunities for quarterly RDOs.
• Relaxed yet vibrant company culture 
• After transitioning into the new role, you'll have the flexibility to work remotely one day per week.
• You will be joining a national company with a clear and defined career path for those who want to progress to the next level.
• Our employees and their families enjoy access to benefits such as discounts on vehicles, finance and servicing, discounted health insurance and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

This can be challenging yet rewarding work, so we need someone that is resilient and enjoys rolling up their sleeves to ensure we are able to always put our people first. You will take ownership across the business, influencing and championing change.

If you have the drive and ability to be an important key function of this successful team, you are encouraged to apply with your cover letter and resume.

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Autopact is an equal opportunity employer which offers excellent working conditions, benefits and the opportunity to join a business that provides a friendly and supportive working team environment.

To be eligible for this role, you’ll need to have the right to work in Australia.