Work options: Hybrid
3 days based at our Dandenong South manufacturing plant and 2 days at our Mulgrave Head Office (with flexibility if needed to WFH). We are also open to someone 4 days per week.
We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our team supporting Nissan Casting Plant Australia (NCAP). This is an opportunity to work closely with operational leaders, influence workplace culture, and provide trusted HR advice across a diverse manufacturing environment.
Your Opportunity
Reporting to the National Manager | Compensation & Benefits, you will play a key role in delivering HR operational and business partnering support across the Nissan Casting Plant Australia.
You will work closely with leaders and employees to provide practical HR solutions that support both people and business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
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Partner with leaders on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, grievances, and performance management.
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Provide trusted HR advice and support to employees across all levels of the organisation.
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Support industrial relations matters, including union engagement and organisational change initiatives.
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Contribute to HR projects and initiatives aligned to business priorities.
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Support broader HR activities including remuneration reviews, policy development, workforce planning, and compliance.
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Assist in delivering talent attraction, development, and retention initiatives.
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Champion a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
What You'll Bring
Essential
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Experience in a HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role.
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Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation and HR best practice.
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Strong employee relations experience and confidence managing workplace matters.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to build credibility and influence leaders at all levels.
Highly Regarded
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Experience in manufacturing and/or blue-collar workforce
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Experience in running EBA negotiations and dealing with unions
Qualifications
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Relevant degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Management or related discipline
You are a proactive HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, solving complex people challenges, and balancing operational priorities with strategic thinking.
You are resilient, collaborative, commercially minded, and passionate about creating positive outcomes for both employees and the business.
Why join?
Be Part of Manufacturing Excellence
Support one of Nissan's key manufacturing operations and play an important role in driving people and business outcomes.
Partner with Leaders
Work closely with operational leaders, providing trusted advice and coaching across employee relations, workforce planning, talent, and organisational development.
Global Career Opportunities
Join a globally recognised organisation with opportunities to grow and develop your career.
Flexible Hybrid Working
Enjoy a hybrid working environment that provides flexibility while maintaining strong connections with the business and leadership team.
Broad HR Exposure
Gain valuable experience across employee relations, industrial relations, organisational change, talent attraction, policy development, remuneration, and HR projects.
Employee Benefits
Access discounted vehicle leasing for you and your family.
Power Your Future with Nissan
At Nissan, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
If you're looking for an opportunity to broaden your HR career, influence meaningful change, and be part of a global organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
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