People & Culture Manager

Strategic People & Culture leadership role with a respected Tasmanian business

Your new company

A well-established private sector enterprise has grown to become a market leader in production and distribution in Tasmania. With operations across key locations in the state and extending to the mainland, the company is recognised for its commitment to product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

This role is part of a dynamic team working within modern production and logistics facilities, ensuring timely and reliable service across a broad customer base. The business is driven by a passion for excellence and a strong focus on delivering superior outcomes.

This established and growing private sector business is now seeking an experienced and proactive People & Culture Manager to join its Senior Leadership Team. This is a newly created, full-time permanent position based in Launceston, with flexibility for candidates located in Hobart.

Your new role

Reporting to the Chief Innovation Officer, the People & Culture Manager will provide comprehensive HR support across the organisation and lead the P&C function strategically and operationally. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of HR practices, and the ability to analyse data to inform decisions.
You will ensure compliance with legislative requirements and promote a high-performing organisational culture. Your expertise will support recruitment, development, engagement of a talented workforce, and employee well-being. This hands-on role is a key part of the senior leadership team.

What you'll need to succeed

You’ll bring proven experience at Business Partnering or Management level in HR. You enjoy identifying, developing, and implementing strong processes, procedures, and systems. You have practical knowledge of contemporary HR practices and strategies.

Whether or not you’ve led a team, your excellent relationship-building, communication, and interpersonal skills will enable effective collaboration across the business. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities are essential. You are self-motivated, accountable, and committed to fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Essential Requirements
- A current Degree, Diploma, or Formal Qualification in Human Resources
- A full driver’s licence and ability to travel weekly between Launceston and Hobart
- Experience in the private sector and/or family-owned businesses, with a commercial mindset
- Experience with HR systems supporting the full employee lifecycle, including identifying, developing, implementing, and reviewing systems to streamline operations

What you'll get in return

You’ll join an iconic Tasmanian brand and a dedicated team in a growing business. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Employee discounts on company products
- A family-oriented organisation that values work-life balance
- Three days of professional study leave per year
- Covered professional membership fees
- A performance bonus system

This is a great opportunity for a People & Culture Manager or HR Business Partner ready to step into a management role while remaining hands-on. You’ll directly impact the business by shaping and leading its People & Culture function.

What you need to do now

If you’re interested, please email your most up-to-date resume and request a candidate pack before applying.

sofie.lannoy@hays.com.au
03 6108 5510


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Location
TAS - Launceston
Specialism
HR
Pay
Salary + Super
Ref:
2938139

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Sofie Lannoy, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Launceston
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Telephone: 0361085510

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