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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AUSTRALIAN GENERAL INDUSTRY NOVEMBER 2008 |
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Human Resources Director |
| Position Code: | 4000 | | Career Level: | 7 |
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Responsible for
Developing, implementing and managing Human Resources strategies, policies, processes, procedures and initiatives across the business to ensure the most effective utilisation of Human Resources for the purposes of achieving strategic business objectives. |
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Reports To
Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director. |
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Supervises
Divisional heads of each Human Resources function, e.g.. Recruitment, Learning & Development, Remuneration, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Relations, HR Administration etc., or a team of Human Resources Managers, Consultants and Officers. |
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Main Activities
Identifying Human Resources requirements across the organisation on a strategic level and creating, managing and enhancing new and existing Human Resources initiatives to be consistent with budgeting restrictions, future staffing requirements, industry needs and succession plans.
Providing strategic advice and support in Human Resources processes to the Senior Executive team.
Acting as the last point of escalation for resolving Human Resources issues within the organisation by providing expert knowledge.
Leading and developing the Human Resources team to deliver optimum Human Resources services and monitoring the effectiveness of Human Resources services.
Managing the Human Resources budget, ensuring the overall profitability of the Human Resources function.
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Key Skills
Strong management, leadership, team building, consulting and negotiation skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of a diverse range of Human Resources specialties including Recruitment, Learning & Development, Remuneration, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Relations and Human Resources Administration.
Experience in advising and interacting at an executive level, coupled with strong relationship management, communication and influencing skills.
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Internal Contacts
Close contact at all levels of the organisation although most contact would be at a senior level. |
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External Contacts
Human Resources Consultancies, Unions, Industry Associations. |
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Typical Experience
At least 10 - 12 years of experience in Human Resources Management, with exposure to policy development and contemporary Human Resources practices, coupled with a relevant tertiary qualification. |
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Other Comments
This role would typically be part of the organisation's Senior Executive team. |
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