Lead- People and Capability

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 14,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

As the Lead - People & Capability, you will support the delivery of People & Capability priorities across assigned Global Functions stakeholder groups. Working within Orica’s People & Capability operating model, you will partner with leaders, managers, People Advisory and Centres of Excellence to implement workforce, talent, engagement and organisational initiatives while providing practical day to day people support. 

What you will be doing

• Partner with leaders and people managers to provide practical People & Capability support and implement agreed workforce and people initiatives.
• Build trusted stakeholder relationships and support implementation of people plans across talent, performance, succession, engagement, and organisational change.
• Support the execution of Global Functions people strategies by identifying workforce impacts, aligning people priorities with business needs, and driving consistent implementation across stakeholder groups.
• Support workforce planning, talent and succession activities, performance processes, engagement surveys and diversity initiatives by providing insights, analysis and implementation support to leaders within established governance frameworks.
• Drive the implementation of talent and capability initiatives in partnership with Centres of Excellence, promoting leadership excellence, team effectiveness, and people practices aligned with Orica's values and expectations.
• Leverage people data, workforce insights, and employee feedback to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, while contributing to workforce reporting and leading projects that drive organisational effectiveness, capability, and diversity outcomes.
• Support delivery of organisational change initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, change planning, communication, and implementation activities.
• Provide practical guidance on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and policy interpretation within established governance frameworks. 
• Identify emerging people related risks and support implementation of agreed mitigation strategies, escalating complex matters through appropriate People & Capability channels. 
• Collaborate with Centres of Excellence and People Advisory teams to deliver coordinated people solutions, ensuring consistent application of People & Capability frameworks, governance standards, and best practices.
• Champion and role model Orica’s values, aligning people initiatives, coaching, and decision-making to foster a high-performing and values-driven culture.

What you will bring

• A degree in Human Resources, Business, Employee Relations, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience) is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, People & Capability, Employee Relations, or an HR Business Partnering environment, supporting leaders in a complex organisation.
• Experience supporting workforce planning, organisational change, talent initiatives, employee relations, investigations and leader coaching.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations, and HR policies, with the ability to work independently, analyse people data and trends, and provide practical insights and recommendations within established frameworks.  
• Proficiency in HR systems, reporting tools, and Excel is highly desirable.
• A collaborative and relationship-focused approach, with a proven ability to build trusted partnerships, influence stakeholders, and work effectively across a matrixed organisation.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide pragmatic advice, navigate ambiguity, and manage sensitive people matters with professionalism and discretion.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with excellent attention to detail, strong execution skills, and the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while delivering high-quality outcomes.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.