Rewarding stand‐alone HR Generalist role
Provide high-quality support across the full employee life‐cycle
Build strong stakeholder relationships
Unique and rare opportunity to join one of the East Coast's leading Mechanical companies taking ownership of the full employee life‐cycle
What's in it for you?
At Crest, we offer you:
The opportunity to be part of a culture that is supportive, engaging and rewarding, whilst working in a fast‐paced environment
Be part of a successful privately owned business which has been in operation for more than 45 years
Onsite Parking
About the Role:
Reporting to the Financial Controller you will support the Sydney and Brisbane offices, around 120 team members, with a range of generalist HR activities, employee relations, recruitment and onboarding, learning and development, and other office‐based initiatives, ensuring strong commercial and technical outcomes.
What will I be doing?
As well as cyclical activities and projects, some of the day‐to‐day responsibilities may include:
Provide accurate and business‐focused HR advice, support and coaching to managers and team members on a range of people matters including employee relations, performance management, remuneration, conflict resolution.
Manage end‐to‐end recruitment activities, including onboarding and induction.
Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, forms and templates in line with legislative and ISO standards.
Manage and maintain the ELMO HRM system to streamline day‐to‐day operations.
Maintain employee data in payroll system ensuring the system remains the trusted source of truth.
Manage apprenticeship activities, including induction, sign up, Tafe enrolment and progress monitoring, apprenticeship completion and Government incentive claiming.
Drive the activities of the Graduate, Intern and Cadet Programs in consultation with Engineering and Construction managers.
Identify skill gaps in consultation with managers and arrange required training.




Lead annual performance and development review for all employees.
Provide general HR administration in offboarding, variations to employment conditions.
Prepare monthly HR reports, and other HR reports and metrics.
About You:
Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in an HR Generalist role, ideally within the construction industry
Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or Business would be beneficial
Deep knowledge of HR best practice, industrial instruments, and employment legislation
Strong stakeholder partnership skills with the ability to build trusted relationships
A leader in their role, committed to owning the outcomes and delivering quality outcomes
Proven leadership, influencing, and commercial acumen
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
Well‐developed organisational, time management and decision‐making skills
Experience preparing Board‐level papers, strategies, and recommendations
Positive, proactive, collaborative and enthusiastic approach
Hands‐on and systems‐oriented, with HRIS implementation experience, experience with ELMO would be beneficial
Australian citizen or permanent resident with unlimited working rights within Australia,
no
overseas applications
About the Crest Team:
Crest is a well‐known, highly reputable brand within the building services industry – we're proud of our brand
Robust reputation for quality products and service
Crest specialises in the Design, Supply, Installation, Service and Maintenance of Commercial, Industrial and Residential air conditioning equipment
Fabulous team of people - the very reason we continue to experience growth
Stability and security – which is demonstrated by the way our people stay long term
What to do next:
If you believe you're the HR Generalist we're looking for and want to bring your expertise and energy to the business, then don't hesitate to learn more and apply through the Careers Page at employment-opportunities/
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📌 Human Resources Generalist (New South Wales)
🏢 Crest Air Conditioning
📍 New South Wales