HR Business Partner in Melbourne

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic business partnering with hands-on operational HR leadership?

About Us: Print Media Group is a privately owned company that has a rich history that spans over 130 years. We are a leading provider in the printing industry, known for delivering high-quality print solutions and exceptional customer service. With state-of-the-art printing equipment and a strong reputation, we partner with businesses across various sectors to meet their printing needs.

The Role: Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role combines strategic HR business partnering with hands-on operational HR leadership. You will work closely with managers across the business, providing advice and support on employee relations, performance management, recruitment, workforce planning, organisational development and compliance. You will also oversee the payroll function, supporting the Payroll Officer and providing payroll coverage when required. A key focus of the role will be identifying and implementing improvements to HR and payroll systems, processes and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with leaders to support business and people objectives.
• Provide advice on employee relations, performance management and workplace matters.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle activities.
• Prepare employment contracts and employment-related documentation.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures and compliance frameworks.
• Oversee the payroll function and provide payroll coverage during absences.
• Drive improvements across HRIS, payroll systems and business processes.
• Develop HR reporting and workforce insights to support decision-making.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in a HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and workplace relations.
• Experience handling employee relations and performance management matters.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong process improvement and problem-solving skills.
• Payroll oversight or payroll processing experience will be highly regarded.
• Manufacturing, printing or industrial sector experience will be advantageous.

Competitive remuneration package based on your experience. Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership. Broad role with genuine influence across the business. Convenient location - Free on-site parking. Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Print Media Group is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Only people qualified to work in Australia will be considered for this position.