Cameron Gulin
Palm Beach,Australia
Summary
A dedicated HR professional with 15+ years of experience driving impactful HR strategies across diverse sectors globally. Adept at fostering positive work environments, enhancing employee engagement, and supporting organizational success through tailored HR solutions. Experienced in organizational development, employee relations, performance management, and talent acquisition, with a proven track record of working alongside senior leadership to implement HR initiatives that elevate organizational culture and capability. A strategic leader capable of coaching, mentoring, and motivating teams to achieve outstanding results in complex and evolving environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Human Resources (Consultant)
PrimeTech Constructions Pty Ltd
Brisbane, Australia
01.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with executive leadership to develop and implement an HR strategy that supported the company’s rapid growth in the construction sector
- Developed and rolled out a comprehensive performance management system, focusing on identifying performance gaps and coaching managers to improve team performance
- Successfully recruited and retained key talent, contributing to a 15% increase in employee retention
- Established a robust training and development program that directly aligned with employee career development and organizational growth
- Consulted on change management initiatives to support organizational restructuring, leading to smoother transitions and a more engaged workforce
Head of People & Culture
Zweck Consultancy
Gold Coast, Australia
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Led HR initiatives for a consultancy supporting small businesses in the construction industry, providing guidance on employee relations, talent acquisition, and organizational development
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve employee retention, including career development opportunities and a comprehensive employee recognition program
- Worked closely with managers to address performance gaps and ensure the effective delivery of performance reviews
- Reduced employee turnover by 3-5% through strategic recruitment and retention initiatives
- Delivered learning and development workshops that enhanced leadership capabilities across multiple business units
- Streamlined HR processes to improve organizational efficiency, reducing time-to-hire 3 days on average
Country Head of Human Resources (Japan)
Michael Page International Recruitment
Tokyo, Japan
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Partnered with senior leadership to drive HR strategies across Japan, including performance management, organizational development, and employee relations
- Acted as a trusted advisor to managers, providing coaching on complex HR issues and facilitating difficult conversations to ensure a positive work environment
- Developed and implemented a diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy that improved employee satisfaction and reduced grievances
- Increased employee engagement by 10% through targeted initiatives based on employee feedback
- Successfully implemented a comprehensive training program for managers, improving performance management capabilities
- Developed and implemented employee retention strategies that reduced voluntary turnover by 12%
Senior HR Business Partner Leader
Michael Page International Recruitment
London, UK
07.2015 - 05.2021
- Led HR operations for a multi-regional workforce of 900 employees across the UK, UAE, South Africa, and Ireland, including implementing HR interventions and strategies to enhance employee performance and organizational culture
- Worked with senior leaders to address people and culture issues, providing solutions to improve employee engagement, productivity, and retention
- Managed complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and effective resolution in compliance with organizational policies
- Delivered successful HR interventions that resulted in a 20% improvement in employee engagement across the UK business unit
- Played a key role in facilitating learning and development programs that enhanced the capabilities of managers and staff
- Partnered with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies that attracted top-tier talent, reducing time-to-fill for critical roles by 15%
Manager, Human Resources
Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD)
Brisbane, Australia
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Provided comprehensive HR support to senior leadership, focusing on organizational development, change management, and employee relations
- Led initiatives to improve HR service delivery, including streamlining recruitment processes and enhancing the employee experience
Education
Strategic HR Business Partnering -
Josh Bersin Academy
01.2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources and Industrial Relations
Griffith University
01.2002
Skills
- Operational and Strategic HR
- Leadership and Management Experience
- Mediation and Coaching
- Change Management
- Employee Relations
- Employee Engagement/ Experience/ Retention
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Talent Acquisition
Majorprofessionalachievements
- Organizational Development and Employee Engagement, Spearheaded a county-wide engagement and retention at Michael Page, Japan, which resulted in a 15% increase in employee retention and a more engaged workforce. Developed tailored development programs for leadership teams, improving managerial effectiveness and employee satisfaction across all levels.
- Talent Acquisition and Retention Strategy, At Zweck Consultancy, led a talent acquisition strategy that reduced employee turnover by 3-5% across 6 businesses in the construction industry. Successfully filled critical roles by attracting top-tier talent and implementing robust retention programs, including career development opportunities and employee recognition initiatives.
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives, Led diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies while at Michael Page International in Japan, leading to improved employee satisfaction and a marked decrease in grievances. Developed and launched several diversity training programs, fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging.
- Change Management and HR Transformation, Led major change management initiatives in various organizations, including restructuring efforts and strategic realignments. Managed sensitive employee relations issues during these transitions and played a key role in organizational restructures without major conflict, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Certification
Chartered Member of the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI)
References
Available upon request.
Languages
Fluent in Japanese
Timeline
Head of Human Resources (Consultant)
PrimeTech Constructions Pty Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Head of People & Culture
Zweck Consultancy
05.2022 - 01.2023
Country Head of Human Resources (Japan)
Michael Page International Recruitment
06.2021 - 04.2022
Senior HR Business Partner Leader
Michael Page International Recruitment
07.2015 - 05.2021
Manager, Human Resources
Department of Transport and Main Roads (QLD)
01.2011 - 01.2015
Strategic HR Business Partnering -
Josh Bersin Academy
Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources and Industrial Relations
Griffith University
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