Austin-Mainetec has an exciting permanent full-time employment opportunity for an experienced HR Specialist at Mainetec purpose-built manufacturing facility in Mackay, QLD. This role will ensure the efficient coordination of the recruitment, onboarding and training process for our employees as well as ensuring a correct payroll process. 

Role duties 

• Complete all activities involved in the recruitment process of new employees including advertisement, screening of candidates, organizing interviews, etc.
• Support the onboarding process of new employees
• Approve payroll 
• Create strategic reports for recruitment including Workforce planning
• Complete the training and induction matrix for all employees and ensure this is maintained up to date
• Collate copies of tickets and qualifications 
• Provide reports on a regular basis to management team to ensure that all employee training and induction requirements are maintained to company, site and legislative standards, and in particular that these are refreshed well in advance of due dates for renewal
• Source and book the correct and most cost-effective training, medicals etc. for required tickets and competencies
• Raise Purchase Orders in relation to HR processes when required.
• Produce new starter packs for employees 
• Keep electronic employee records up to date
• Process termination paperwork and provide separation certificates
• Review employment arrangements to ensure legislative compliance
• Recommend and assist in the development of HR policies and procedures as required by the business
• Manage apprentices through co-ordination with external training providers
• Assist in rehabilitation of employees returning from injury
• Support managers in identifying and managing underperformance, including assistance with developing Performance Improvement Plans
• Provide advice and support for any disciplinary action
• Ensure Annual Reviews for employees are conducted with the employees Manager 
• Ensure probation reviews are conducted as per requirements. 
• Support managers in identifying and managing underperformance, including assistance with developing Performance Improvement Plans
• Provide advice and support for any disciplinary action
• Ensure Annual Reviews for employees are conducted with the employees Manager
• Provide legislative advice to Managers, supervisors and administration with Human Resource Management legislation and requirements
• Provide advice and mentor employees to understand the legislation and requirements with Human Resource Management
• Assist with variety of Human Resources administrative duties and participation in HR projects

Skills & experience

• Relevant qualifications in Human Resources (Certificate IV/Diploma)
• Work experience in Recruitment (either an in-house recruiter or a staffing agency recruiter)
• Hands-on experience with general HR Admin duties and onboarding processes 
• At least 3 years’ experience working in industries such as manufacturing, heavy industry, mining or similar.
• Hands on experience with various selection processes (video interviewing, phone interviewing, reference checks etc.)
• Innovative in your approach to HRM.

About You

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a pleasant ‘can do’ attitude, and the ability to act independently and work collaboratively with a team.
• Accuracy and attention to detail with ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and provide exemplary customer service.
• Lead by example, be committed, demonstrate accountability, and inspire positive attitudes towards the organisation, managers and colleagues
• Contribute to a collaborative workplace environment fostering teamwork, respect for others and adhering to Austin values.
• Professionalism and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn and apply Human Resources best practices

Interested?

Please forward your resume to hr@mainetec.com.au