Senior HR Generalist

About the Company
Our client is a Fortune 200 global leader in enterprise cabling, communications, and electronic security solutions. With more than 50 years of experience and a strong international presence, the company provides the critical infrastructure that helps organisations connect, protect, and power their operations. Known for innovation, reliability, and a customer-first approach, they continue to experience strong growth in the Australian market. To support this expansion, they are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Senior HR Generalist to join their Melbourne team.

The Opportunity
This is a broad and hands-on role where you'll partner closely with leaders and employees to deliver HR initiatives that support both people and business success. You'll be involved in everything from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, learning & development, remuneration & benefits, and HR operations.

This role will suit a HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment, enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, and wants to make a genuine impact on culture and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver practical HR advice and solutions aligned to business goals.
• Coach and guide managers on leadership, performance management, and employee relations.
• Lead and support workplace investigations, grievances, and employee relations matters to ensure fair, compliant, and timely resolution.
• Oversee HR processes including contracts, compliance, remuneration & benefits, and HR administration.
• Support initiatives across learning & development, engagement, wellbeing, and recognition.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and ensure an engaging onboarding experience.
• Assist with change management, restructures, and succession planning.
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Demonstrated operational HR experience in a commercial or corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation (Fair Work Act, Modern Awards, WHS).
• Proven experience managing employee relations matters, including performance, grievances, and investigations.
• Ability to coordinate and improve onboarding to enhance employee experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to link HR practices to business outcomes.
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable operating in a hands-on operational HR function.

If you're a motivated HR professional who enjoys variety, thrives on building relationships, and wants to join a dynamic, global industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

The Offer
The successful applicant will receive an attractive salary package commensurate with experience, with a base between $120,000 - $140,000 plus Superannuation and an annual 10% bonus, as well as the opportunity to establish yourself with a leading global organisation!

Please submit your resume or alternatively or contact Cian Irving at Talent Gauge on 0434 423 226 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion.