About them
Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy organisation backed by strong partnerships and significant capital investment. 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 resourceful and adaptable HR professional who has thrived in small but successful businesses, ideally in a standalone role where you’ve had to wear many hats. You’ll be confident building HR capability from the ground up, balancing strategic input with hands-on delivery across the full employee lifecycle. A strong communicator, you’ll be comfortable engaging at all levels, from engineers and project managers through to the executive team, and resilient enough to provide clear, pragmatic advice while also supporting collective decisions. Experience in technical, project-led, or growth environments will be highly regarded. Above all, you’ll be a self-starter who enjoys shaping fit-for-purpose solutions and enabling business success in an entrepreneurial setting.
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
- $150,000 to $180,000 commensurate with experience
Reference Number:
3955839
Date Published:
23-Sep-2025
Contact Name:
Lorainne Winterstein
Contact Email:
Lwinterstein@thenextstep.com.au
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