Human Resource Manager – Make the Move to the Top End!

Darwin Motor Group | Full-Time | Leadership Role

Looking for your next big career move in HR? Trade traffic and hustle for sunsets, lifestyle, and a meaningful leadership role in the heart of the Northern Territory.

Darwin Motor Group is a well-established and growing automotive dealership, representing multiple leading brands and backed by a team of over 100 dedicated professionals. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding service and building strong relationships with our community.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resource Manager to join our senior leadership team. This is a full-time role based in Darwin, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

🏝 Northern Territory Lifestyle – Enjoy warm weather, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed pace of life.

🚗 No Traffic – Spend less time commuting and more time doing what you love.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Owned Values – Be part of the wider Pickerings Group, a family-owned dealership group with over 750 employees across Australia.

🤝 Support & Development – Access to executive-level collaboration, training, and a team that values fun and progress.

💸 Employee Benefits – Take advantage of staff pricing on new and used vehicles, plus other great perks.

Your New Role:

As HR Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping our people strategy and supporting a high-performing, values-driven workplace. You’ll be hands-on and influential across all HR functions.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures aligned with company goals.

Ensuring compliance with Australian employment laws and regulations.

Managing recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes.

Providing advice to managers on performance management and employee relations.

Supporting payroll administration (experience with UNIPAY highly regarded).

Driving internal training and overseeing the Learning Management System (World Manager experience a bonus).

Championing diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a HR Manager or in a senior HR role.

Strong understanding of Australian employment legislation.

Experience with payroll (UNIPAY experience highly desirable).

High emotional intelligence with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Strategic mindset with a hands-on, solution-focused approach.

Confidence to contribute as part of a senior leadership team.

Ready to Make a Move?

If you're passionate about people and want to work where lifestyle meets leadership, apply now with your resume and a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for Darwin Motor Group.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Darwin Motor Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.