Job Description
People & Culture Manager - Operational Workforce - Partner to CEO
This retained search is being managed by WorkTrybe in partnership with a family owned manufacturing business in Emu Plains, Western Sydney.
Lead People & Culture for a 250-person operational workforce
Play a key role in a business transformation and capability uplift
Enjoy the flexibility of early finish on Fridays
Competitive salary of $160K-$180K + Super depending on experience
Based onsite 5 days per week at the Emu Plains production facility
Onsite parking available
Our client one of NSW's most established motor vehicle manufacturers, proudly family-owned and operating for more than 60 years.
With around 250 employees across production, assembly and operations, the business continues to grow while investing in leadership capability, workforce development and operational excellence.
Their culture is built on strong values including teamwork, accountability, quality craftsmanship and continuous improvement, creating an environment where people are encouraged to contribute, grow and take pride in their work.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the People & Culture Manager will lead the P&C; function and support the organisation through its next phase of growth and organisational transformation.
This is a hands‐on role in a blue‐collar manufacturing environment, partnering closely with leaders across operations and being visible within the business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and implement the People & Culture strategy aligned to business growth
Support the organisation through a people and operational transformation
Partner closely with the CEO and Operations leadership team
Lift capability across supervisors and frontline leaders
Strengthen recruitment,



onboarding and workforce retention
Provide strong employee relations leadership
Embed structure, accountability and discipline across people processes
Develop and support a People & Culture team of two direct reports
This role will suit someone who
Enjoys working closely with operational and production teams
Is comfortable being visible in the business and partnering with frontline leaders, and early starts to attend occasional production morning kick-off meetings
Has experience bringing structure and accountability to people practices
Wants to play a meaningful role in the growth of an Australian manufacturing business
You are a hands‐on HR leader who can partner effectively with senior leaders while also supporting frontline managers in day to day people matters.
The Ideal Candidate Will Bring
Minimum 5 years' experience in a People & Culture / HR management role
A degree in HR, Business or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Experience working within blue‐collar or operational workforce environments such as manufacturing, logistics or construction
Exposure to or leadership of organisational transformation or change initiatives
Solid employee relations capability
Ability to partner effectively with operational leaders
A strategic mindset with a practical, roll-up-your-sleeves approach
What's in it for you?
Enjoy the flexibility of early finish on Fridays
Direct partnership with the CEO and senior leadership team
Opportunity to shape and strengthen the People & Culture function while developing your own career
Join a respected Australian manufacturing brand with over 60 years of history
Onsite parking available
N.B. Full working rights are required for this role.
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📌 People And Culture Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 WorkTrybe
📍 New South Wales