About the company
The CMV Group is one of South Australia's largest privately owned businesses, employing over 2,000 employees, predominately across South Australia and Victoria. The Group operates some of the most progressive franchises within the automotive and agricultural industries including, CMI Toyota, Mercedes-Benz Adelaide, Lexus of Adelaide, South Central Trucks and CMV Truck and Bus. At CMV, it is our firm belief that our people are our most important assets.
About the Role
We’re inviting expressions of interest for a Business Partner (P&C) opportunity within our People & Culture Employee Experience team, based in South Australia.
This role partners closely with leaders across a diverse portfolio of businesses, providing practical and strategic people solutions that support business objectives and enhance the employee experience. You will play a trusted advisory role, supporting leaders across the full employee lifecycle while fostering a positive and high-performing workplace culture.
Business Coverage
This role provides P&C support to the following businesses:
- CMV Truck Centre
- Barry Maney Group
- CMI Hino Adelaide & Lonsdale
- TRP Adelaide & Warrnambool
- Wimmera Truck Centre
- Watts Transport Spares
- CMV Farms
Regular site visits will form part of the role to support relationships and understand business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Business Partnering
- Build strong relationships with General Managers and Department Managers to provide effective P&C advice and support.
- Partner with leaders to understand operational objectives and develop aligned people strategies.
- Support employee engagement initiatives and organisational change programs.
- Analyse HR metrics and exit feedback to identify trends and opportunities.
- Coach and mentor leaders on people management and leadership practices.
Employee Relations
- Act as a point of contact for employee relations matters.
- Support performance management processes and conduct investigations when required.
- Communicate legislative and policy changes to ensure compliance.
- Assist with reviewing and recommending updates to HR policies.
Recruitment
- Guide and support managers through end-to-end recruitment activities.
- Facilitate recruitment tools including profiling, assessments, and police checks.
- Assist with candidate screening and interviews as required.
Workers Compensation & Safety
- Act as Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator in partnership with managers.
- Liaise with insurers, rehabilitation providers, and medical practitioners.
- Promote WHS policies and report incidents and near misses in line with requirements.
About You
You will ideally bring:
- A Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or a related discipline.
- Experience in an HR advisory or business partnering role.
- Experience supporting leaders in a multi-site, service-based environment (preferred).
- Strong communication, mediation, and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive, energetic approach with strong attention to detail.
- Sound computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365.
Why Apply?
- Work closely with senior leaders across a broad portfolio of businesses.
- Make a meaningful impact on people outcomes across South Australia.
- Join a collaborative People & Culture team focused on employee experience.
- Grow your career while living CMV’s values every day.
If you have the skills and experience necessary and want to become an important part of our successful team, then please apply and submit your cover letter and resume.
Current CMV employees, please apply through your internal career site.
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