About the organisationThis large multinational organisation operates within the distribution and industrial sector, with teams across Australia and New Zealand. Based in Canning Vale, the Perth operation supports approximately 50–70 employees across a range of functions including operations and engineering. About the roleThe People Specialist will manage day-to-day HR functions across the full employee lifecycle.

This role requires close collaboration with local management and the Sydney People team, ensuring effective HR practices and compliance with Australian employment legislation. Key responsibilities

- Manage onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes
- Provide HR advice to managers and employees
- Interpret modern awards and ensure compliance with employment legislation
- Implement HR policies, procedures, and strategies
- Facilitate organisational development and people initiatives
- Coordinate payroll information across Australia and New Zealand using ADP
- Maintain HR documentation and administration
- Operate as the sole HR representative in Perth, partnering with local management.

Skills & experience
- Proven experience in HR generalist roles with full employee lifecycle management
- Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and modern award interpretation
- Experience in employee relations and performance management
- Ability to operate autonomously and manage competing priorities




- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Understanding of payroll fundamentals and calculation logic.

What’s in it for you
- Competitive salary up to $130,000 + super
- High level of autonomy and ownership in the role
- Prospect to work in a large multinational organisation
- Potential for temp-to-perm transition.

Apply now with your current CV.For further information please contact Kate Pontin, Temporary & Contract Consultant, on 08 6160 6205. Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider.

As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves. Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.

At people2people, Edge Recruitment and Frog Recruitment, we welcome everyone and encourage people to be their authentic selves. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruitment consultant so we can support your needs.

📌 People Specialist (Perth)
🏢 People2People UK
📍 Perth