Beston Group is a growing multi-trade organisation operating across Melbourne and Victoria, with our key operations based across Hallam and Tullamarine.

Our Group operates across:

Beston Plumbing – Residential and construction plumbing

Drainage – Residential drainage and associated works

HVAC – Heating, cooling and mechanical plumbing

Fast Solar – Solar electrical and renewable energy installations

With a large and diverse workforce consisting of qualified tradespeople, apprentices, supervisors, operational leaders and office-based employees, we are looking for an experienced HR Officer to join our team.

The position will provide HR support across the wider Beston Group and will involve working across our Hallam and Tullamarine locations, as well as engaging with our operational teams in the field when required.

This is a hands-on HR position suited to someone who enjoys working directly with employees and managers and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced construction and trades workplace.

The Role

Reporting to senior management, the HR Officer will support the day-to-day HR function across Beston Group.

The successful candidate will bring 5–8 years of HR experience, with strong capability in employee relations, conflict resolution, contract negotiation, workplace investigations, counselling and employee support, injury and claims management, case management, OHS and workplace training.

You will work closely with management, supervisors and employees across our Hallam and Tullamarine operations to ensure workplace matters are handled professionally, fairly and consistently.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution





Provide practical HR advice and support to managers, supervisors and employees.

Manage workplace conflicts, grievances and employee concerns.

Facilitate difficult conversations and conflict resolution meetings.

Provide appropriate counselling and employee support.

Assist managers with performance management and employee development.

Manage disciplinary processes, warnings and Performance Improvement Plans.

Conduct and document workplace investigations where required.

Support managers in addressing behavioural, attendance and performance concerns.

Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive employee matters.

Contracts, Employment Conditions & HR Compliance

Prepare, review and negotiate employment contracts and employment conditions.

Assist with remuneration reviews and changes to employment arrangements.

Provide advice regarding employment conditions, policies and workplace obligations.

Maintain accurate employment documentation and employee records.

Assist management with interpretation of applicable Awards, legislation and employment requirements.

Ensure HR practices remain consistent, documented and compliant.

Support onboarding, probation reviews, role changes, promotions and employee exits.

Claims, Injury & Case Management





Manage workplace injury and employee case management from initial notification through to resolution.

Coordinate Return to Work processes and suitable duties arrangements.

Liaise with employees, managers, supervisors, insurers, medical practitioners and rehabilitation providers.

Maintain accurate case notes, documentation and follow-up actions.

Assist with WorkCover and workplace injury claims.

Monitor employee recovery and Return to Work progress.

Support employees experiencing workplace or personal issues affecting their ability to perform their role.

Identify complex or high-risk cases and elevate matters appropriately.

OHS & Workplace Safety

Working alongside operational management and safety personnel, the HR Officer will assist with the continued development of Beston Group's safety culture.

Responsibilities include:

Support compliance with Victorian OHS legislation and company safety requirements.

Assist with workplace incident and injury investigations.

Participate in OHS meetings and safety initiatives.

Assist with hazard and risk management processes.

Review trends relating to incidents, injuries and employee safety concerns.

Support supervisors and managers with their OHS responsibilities.

Assist with the development and review of OHS policies and procedures.

Work collaboratively with operational teams across Hallam, Tullamarine and active sites to improve safety behaviours and accountability.

OHS Training & Employee Development

A key component of the position will be helping Beston Group improve safety knowledge and capability across its workforce.

You will:

Assist in developing and delivering OHS training for employees an

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