Human Resources Manager

at  ACCIONA

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 55,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

• Join a growing function and sector in Australia.
• Newly created role
• Join a global sector leader.

Join our dynamic team as a pivotal member driving the growth of Agua projects and business expansion in Australia!
The Opportunity
As the HR Manager for the AGUA business, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s human capital landscape. You will lead the development and implementation of strategic HR initiatives, policies, and procedures to drive organizational success.
This is a unique opportunity to leverage your HR expertise to foster a culture of excellence, engagement, and continuous improvement within our dynamic and growing organization. Join us in making a meaningful impact on our people and business outcome.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Partnership: Consult with the business to align HR solutions with business needs, drive HR plans to achieve business outcomes, and execute HR programs in line with business priorities.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure risk mitigation, business continuity, and compliance while advising on employment conditions, policies, procedures, and legislation affecting employment.
• Relationship Management and Project Support: Develop strong relationships with Project Director and Senior Managers, assist with grievance and performance management, and oversee project forecasts and management plans.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, develop and update HR policies and procedures, and implement talent management and succession planning strategies.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company goals

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in a senior leadership role within the HR/IR environment, ideally in a similar industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related field
• Highly proficient with employment law, regulations, and best practices in HR
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Australia, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply

• Strategic HR Partnership: Consult with the business to align HR solutions with business needs, drive HR plans to achieve business outcomes, and execute HR programs in line with business priorities.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure risk mitigation, business continuity, and compliance while advising on employment conditions, policies, procedures, and legislation affecting employment.
• Relationship Management and Project Support: Develop strong relationships with Project Director and Senior Managers, assist with grievance and performance management, and oversee project forecasts and management plans.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, develop and update HR policies and procedures, and implement talent management and succession planning strategies.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company goal