Human Resources Manager

Our Story

Here at Lactalis, we are true to our purpose: we are a family business offering healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together. And, we just happen to be the worldwide leader in what we do.

Our Purpose

At the heart of our Australian business we have over 2,400 passionate employees, working closely with our farmers, customers and consumers to produce the finest dairy products in the country. Pillar brands such as Paul’s, OAK, Ice Break, Tamar Valley Dairy, Jalna, Vaalia, President and Galbani provide Lactalis Australia with a deep national footprint for growth and prosperity.

Our opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an autonomous, self motivated HR professional to be part of a global organisation while making connections to the local community. Based at our Harvey factory and supporting Forrestdale also, the HR role will add value to the Lactalis business through the provision of proactive and customer focused HR services.

Reporting to the Site Manager and functionally supported by the Head of HR, you will partner with, and be a key member of the Site leadership team and national HR team. You will be responsible for building relationships at all levels and providing hands-on HR assistance and guidance.

This is a rare opportunity for you to join a market leading, global organisation in a key role that is rewarding and allows you to add your personal flair!

Responsibilities for this role also include:

Experience with Enterprise Agreement interpretation & negotiation for a blue collar workforce or a passion for learning this.
By utilizing a ‘hands on’, interactive approach, provide effective HR/IR services as required to all operational employees.
Coach line managers in relation to performance management issues.
Manage and coordinate all recruitment (end to end) .
Provide training and coaching to line managers and supervisors as necessary for the development of leaders in the business.
Coach line managers in practices to engage and align employees.
HR Generalist support.
To ensure your success in this role you will have solid HR experience demonstrating leadership, conflict resolution, influential presentation and negotiation skills. Some exposure to working with Visa restrictions is well regarded however not a requirement. In return Lactalis will offer you a challenging and enjoyable role, working with employees who have passion and commitment.

If you enjoy connecting with people and have good interpersonal skills to succeed in this role please submit your application.

No Recruitment Agencies – We have this one covered!