People & Culture Manager

Melbourne, VIC | Full-time

Our client is one of Australia’s fastest-growing providers of integrated battery energy storage solutions, delivering cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of the energy transition. Australian-owned and backed by international capital, the business is experiencing significant growth across commercial and utility-scale projects.

Their success to date has been driven by a relentless focus on innovation, performance, and most importantly their people.

This is where you come in

This is a pivotal role within a high-growth, scale-up environment. Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive HR/ P&C Manager to lead, and evolve the people function as the business continues to expand.

Reporting directly to the executive team, you will take ownership of building HR frameworks, systems, and processes from the ground up and bringing structure where needed while maintaining the agility of a growing organisation.

You’ll play a key role in shaping culture, supporting leaders, and ensuring the business is set up to attract, retain, and develop top talent.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and develop the HR function across the business
• Implement fit-for-purpose HR systems, policies, and processes
• Partner with leadership to support organisational growth and capability building
• Drive talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies
• Champion a high-performance, values-driven culture
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and compliance

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years’ experience in HR, ideally within a high-growth or scale-up environment
• Proven ability to build and implement HR structures and systems
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working closely with senior leadership
• A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally
• Passion for building culture and enabling high-performing teams

Why join?

This is a unique opportunity to step into a role where you can truly make your mark. You’ll be joining a business at an exciting stage of growth, with the backing, ambition, and projects to scale rapidly. If you’re looking to build a function from the ground up and contribute to the clean energy transition, this role offers both challenge and impact.

If this sounds like you, apply now or reach out to Jan at ***email_hidden*** for a confidential discussion.