About them
Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy organisation backed by strong partnerships and significant capital investment. With plans to double in size over the next 6–9 months, the company is entering an exciting growth phase, fueled by new projects. Originally family-founded, it is now a listed business gaining real momentum under a collaborative executive team. The business prides itself on an open, solutions-focused culture where decisions are guided by evidence, and leaders are genuinely invested in the success of the organisation.
About the Role
This newly created HR Manager role is central to supporting growth and shaping the people function as the business scales. Reporting to the COO, you’ll be responsible for refreshing and simplifying HR systems, ensuring compliance, and providing practical, data-driven advice to leaders. The remit is broad covering workforce planning, recruitment, and organisational development and calls for a hands-on, pragmatic approach. While you’ll have autonomy to shape how HR processes are run, you’ll also have access to external support during peak project periods, particularly for recruitment. It’s a rare chance to step into a small, entrepreneurial environment and design a fit-for-purpose HR function that enables rapid expansion without unnecessary red tape.
About You
We’re looking for a commercially sharp, adaptable HR professional who is confident working in technical or project-led settings. You will be a strong communicator, comfortable engaging at all levels from engineers and project managers to the executive team, and be resilient enough to hold your ground while also knowing when to support collective decisions. Experience in engineering, construction, or project-based industries will be highly regarded. Above all, you’ll be a self-starter who thrives in collaborative, data-driven environments and can deliver structured, evidence-based HR solutions in a business that values agility, innovation, and shared success.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Lorainne Winterstein on 02 8256 2512 or lwinterstein@thenextstep.com.au quoting reference number 3955839.
Human Resources Manager
Work Type:
Location:
Sydney - NSW
- Be part of a business in rapid growth and work close to decision makers
- Onsite based in Mascot close to public transport
- $200,000 to $220,000 including super
Reference Number:
3955839
Date Published:
27-Aug-2025
Contact Name:
Lorainne Winterstein
Contact Email:
Lwinterstein@thenextstep.com.au
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