Director of Human Resources

Organization- Hyatt Regency Brisbane

Summary

Hyatt Regency Brisbane

At Hyatt, care connects us. We believe in the power of belonging - of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers

Located on Queen Street Mall, five-star Hyatt Regency Brisbane is a premium retreat in the heart of Brisbane’s Central Business District and premium shopping mall. The hotel features 292 well-appointed guestrooms with modern décor, two food and beverage experiences; Lennons Restaurant and Bar and Hibiscus Bar & Terrace, along with 100sqm of flexible meeting space at Executive Studios on lobby level and event venue within Hibiscus Room is an impressive 300sqm of unique space with natural light from the break out terrace. Other facilities include 24-hour fitness centre and the iconic outdoor 20-metre infinity pool ideal for unwinding after a day’s work, shopping or exploring Brisbane.

The Opportunity

Hyatt Regency Brisbane is seeking a Director of Human Resources to join our Leadership Team and lead our People & Culture function.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR leader to shape and execute the people strategy for one of Brisbane's leading hotels. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving colleague engagement, organisational capability, leadership development, workplace culture and operational excellence. As a trusted advisor to the Executive team, you will champion Hyatt's purpose of caring for people so they can be their best while fostering a high-performing and inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the hotel's People & Culture strategy, ensuring alignment with Hyatt's purpose, values and business objectives
• Partner with the General Manager and Leadership Team to provide strategic people advice, coaching and support across all areas of the business
• Lead talent acquisition, workforce planning and succession strategies to attract, develop and retain top talent
• Drive colleague engagement initiatives and oversee the annual Colleague Experience Survey, ensuring meaningful action planning and continuous improvement
• Champion leadership development and learning programs that build capability and support career growth across the hotel
• Lead employee relations matters, performance management processes and workplace investigations, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes
• Oversee industrial relations, ensuring compliance with applicable awards, enterprise agreements and employment legislation
• Provide strategic oversight of payroll, workers compensation, injury management and HR compliance processes
• Partner with operational leaders to drive workplace health and safety initiatives, fostering a culture of safety and wellbeing

Qualifications

Your Background

To be successful in this role you will require the following attributes:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Hospitality Management or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a senior Human Resources leadership role, preferably within the hospitality, tourism or service industry
• Strong expertise across employee relations, industrial relations, talent acquisition, learning and development, workplace health and safety and organisational development
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build trusted relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation, awards and workplace relations frameworks
• Experience leading cultural transformation, engagement and people-focused initiatives
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance people outcomes with business performance
• Exceptional communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Hyatt Regency Brisbane employees enjoy, but are not limited to;

At Hyatt Regency Brisbane, we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling work experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of excellent benefits, including:

• Complimentary and discounted accommodation at Hyatt properties worldwide
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and a commitment to work-life balance
• Complimentary Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program
• Parking onsite and Dry-Cleaning service

A career with Hyatt opens a world of opportunities. We have continually been named one of the World's Best Multinational Workplaces.

Our values of Empathy, Integrity, Experimentation, Wellbeing, Respect and Inclusion are at the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our associates highly engaged. To get a peek into how our colleagues experience the brand, check out #InAHyattWorld or #WorldofHyatt.