Alex Southeron
Thornlands,Queensland
Summary
HR professional with extensive experience at BSR Group specializing in talent acquisition and employee engagement. Demonstrated success in implementing HR strategies that improve workforce planning and ensure compliance. Skilled in promoting a culture of feedback and professional development while advancing organizational change and diversity initiatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Team leader
Endeavour Foundation
, Australia
09.2025 - Current
- Project position looking after Queensland recruitment for Support workers in various locations dealing with all the managers, recruitment, on boarding, advertising, rosters and working closely with senior management to achieve results.
HR Manager
BSR Group
Brisbane, Australia
02.2019 - 08.2025
- Develop and implement HR strategies supporting business objectives and workforce planning.
- Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate experience.
- Oversee performance management programs, fostering a culture of feedback and professional growth.
- Manage employee relations, Workcover, WHS, and Return-to-Work programs.
- Partner with leadership to drive organisational change during restructures and growth phases.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation, WHS, and internal policies.
- Introduced key initiatives, including an Employee Wellbeing Program and Employment Hero engagement surveys.
HR Manager
Impact Homes
Brisbane, Australia
04.2014 - 12.2018
- Provided HR support and strategic advice across all business units.
- Coached and advised leadership teams on performance, development, and succession planning.
- Designed and delivered training programs on leadership, compliance, and diversity.
- Implemented a new HRIS system, streamlining payroll and HR reporting.
Recruitment Manager
Manpower
Sydney & Brisbane, Australia
08.2005 - 03.2014
- Designed and executed recruitment strategies aligned with client and organisational needs.
- Coached recruitment teams and conducted performance evaluations.
- Managed large-scale recruitment campaigns, onboarding, and workforce reporting.
- Maintained accurate employee records, contracts, and HR documentation.
- Supported investigations and disciplinary actions in line with compliance standards.
- Assisted with rollout of updated workplace health and safety initiatives.
Education
Advanced Diploma -
Human Resource Management
Brisbane, QLD04-2010
Bachelor of Business - Human Resources
Kingston University
Kingston London06-2000
Diploma - Health
Health & Nutrition
Remote Learning08-1996
Skills
- HR strategy and workforce planning
- Talent acquisition and recruitment
- Employee engagement and relations
- Performance management and coaching
- Learning and development
- Industrial relations experience
- HR policies and compliance
- Payroll and HRIS systems
- Change management and organizational development
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
References
Available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
- Health & Wellbeing
- Nutrition
- Travel
- Family
Professional Development And Certifications
- Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety
- Certificate in Frontline Management
- First Aid Certification
- Blue Card
- Yellow Card
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Team leader
Endeavour Foundation
09.2025 - Current
HR Manager
BSR Group
02.2019 - 08.2025
HR Manager
Impact Homes
04.2014 - 12.2018
Recruitment Manager
Manpower
08.2005 - 03.2014
Advanced Diploma -
Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Business - Human Resources
Kingston University
Diploma - Health
Health & Nutrition