Senior People & Culture Manager

Reporting to the CEO, this senior People & Culture role will help define and deliver the people and culture strategy and lead the team in all things related to people, culture, recruitment and Human Resources.

The Company

A leading and respected Australian Agricultural enterprise at the heartbeat of the regional industries shaping the future of agriculture. They are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills that recognise the more inclusive they are the better they are.

The role
A Senior People & Culture Manager who not only knows HR and People & Culture inside and out - but who genuinely loves Australia, understands the heartbeat of regional industries, and believes in the power of people to shape the future of agriculture.

Responsibilities

Be a Trusted Advisor – Guide senior leaders with expert advice on employment law, workplace culture, and people-focused risk management.

Shape Our People Strategy – Lead the delivery of our People & Culture strategy that aligns with our strategy, purpose and values.

Keep Us Compliant – Ensure our policies and practices are always up-to-date, relevant, and communicated.

Manage ER/IR matters with confidence, care, and compliance under the Fair Work Act 2009.

Attract and Grow Talent – Oversee end-to-end talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning to build a team that’s as committed as you are.

Foster Culture & Engagement – Lead with heart and ensure our culture stays connected, inclusive, and energised—whether on the farm, in the office, or out in the field.

Grow Organisational Capability – Develop learning and development programs that build skills and confidence from paddock to office.

Drive Reward & Recognition – Oversee competitive remuneration strategies and meaningful recognition programs that reflect our values.

Support Change & Growth – Guide the business through change processes—with transparency and professionalism.

Ideal Candidate

A degree in HR, Business, Law, or a related field

Extensive experience in senior People & Culture roles, ideally with exposure to agriculture, regional industries, or manufacturing

Deep knowledge of Australian employment law and industrial relations.

Confidence managing ER/IR issues and navigating complex people challenges

Brilliant communication skills—you can relate to our station managers and CEO alike

Proven leadership of high-performing, values-driven teams

A passion for continuous improvement

What’s On Offer:

A competitive salary package tailored to your experience

Short-term incentive program

Four weeks' annual leave plus personal/carer’s leave

Flexible and hybrid work options

Support for growth and development

There is a possibility for this role to be based mainly remotely with one week in four based in the Orange office.