DALE KIEL
ATM Tanks
Melbourne,VIC
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
HR Business Partner and HR Consultant/Advisor with 20+ years’ experience across construction, mining, Government, and not-for-profit. Experienced in practical recruitment and onboarding, drafting and maintaining employment documentation, and supporting managers with Fair Work–aligned HR guidance (including contract/documentation, workplace risk awareness, and process-based compliance). Strong capability in employee relations support, accurate HR records management (TRIM), and improving HR systems to deliver consistent, compliant outcomes across dispersed teams.
Work History
HR Business Partner
10 Months- Contract engagement establishing and implementing the company’s HR function from the ground up.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment and onboarding activities, ensuring employment documentation was accurate and completed prior to start dates.
- Provided practical Fair Work–aligned HR guidance to managers (process, documentation, and compliance risk awareness).
- Supported managers with employment contract/letter of offer administration, ensuring consistent application of conditions.
- Maintained accurate HR records in TRIM, including employment documentation and onboarding files.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 45employee company.
HR Business Partner / SHW / Workforce Development
3 Years- Supported safety and wellbeing governance, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance-focused record management.
- Coordinated and maintained training/onboarding program administration and records across stakeholders.
- Used TRIM for HR/S HW record management, ensuring traceability, version control, and audit-ready filing.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 1500 employee company.
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
HR Consultant
7 Years- Managed HR documentation and supported recruitment and onboarding workflows, including advice on employment contracts and compliant onboarding steps.
- Delivered Fair Work–informed HR support to business owners and managers, focused on practical outcomes and risk reduction.
- Maintained accurate client HR record-keeping and document control to support audits and compliance.
- Developed HR policies and procedures to enhance organizational compliance and efficiency.
- Analyzed employee performance data to provide actionable insights for management decisions.
- Implemented recruitment strategies that improved candidate selection process and reduced time-to-hire.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, enhancing new hire experience and reducing administrative workload.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective onboarding and training programs.
HR Manager (Contract Residential)
- Strengthened recruitment and onboarding for medical and community service roles.
- Audited HR practices to support Fair Work compliance and manager decision-making.
- Assisted with resolution of grievances and unfair dismissal matters with unions and legal representatives.
- Developed HR policies and supported workforce planning activities, including traineeships.
- Developed and implemented HR policies to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Managed employee relations issues, providing guidance to resolve conflicts effectively.
- Oversaw compliance with employment legislation, safeguarding organizational integrity and reputation.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
HR / IR Advisor
3 Years- Managed recruitment, onboarding, and site mobilisation for new mine sites.
- Coordinated employer processes and supported negotiation and drafting of EBAs, policies, and job descriptions.
- Provided HR coaching/support to project managers and site leaders.
- Supported Employer of Choice initiatives through university engagement and talent pool development.
- Provided guidance on operational processes, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
- Facilitated communication between teams to enhance project coordination and alignment on objectives.
- Researched industry trends to support strategic decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Indigenous HR Advisor
1 Year- Managed recruitment and career initiatives for Indigenous candidates from remote WA communities.
- Delivered group recruitment activities including interviewing and shortlisting.
- Developed attraction approaches to improve candidate readiness and FIFO opportunities.
- Partnered with external stakeholders and local councils to support recruitment drives.
- Facilitated employee onboarding, ensuring smooth integration into company culture and processes.
- Assisted in developing HR policies, enhancing compliance with organizational standards and regulations.
- Supported recruitment initiatives by screening resumes and coordinating interview schedules for candidates.
- Conducted training sessions on HR procedures, improving staff knowledge and adherence to best practices.
HR Manager
2 Years- Established the organisation’s first HR function from the ground up.
- Developed an EBA framework in collaboration with Government and Unions.
- Developed policies and procedures aligned with legislative requirements.
- Supported change management with CEO and Board, including adoption of EBA processes.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 100employee company.
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligning with organizational values and compliance requirements.
- Managed performance appraisal systems, ensuring consistency in evaluation and feedback processes.
- Conducted employee training sessions focused on cultural awareness and workplace diversity initiatives.
- Collaborated with leadership to design employee engagement strategies, increasing retention rates.
- Streamlined onboarding procedures, improving efficiency and reducing time-to-hire metrics significantly.
- Provided strategic guidance on workforce planning, aligning staffing needs with organizational goals.
- Led conflict resolution efforts, fostering a positive workplace culture through mediation and support services.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
- Collaborated closely with department heads in executing strategic workforce planning initiatives that aligned human capital resources with company goals.
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
- Ensured legal compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits and updating policies as necessary.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
Education
Certificate III - Community Services
Certificate IV - Human Services (Disability)
Skills
Recruitment & Onboarding (end-to-end): position setup
shortlisting support
interviews
offers
onboarding coordination
HR Business Partnering / Operational HR Support (manager coaching & practical advice)
Fair Work & Workplace Compliance: modern awards
employment documentation
manager support and risk reduction
Employment Contracts & Offer Documentation
TRIM / HR Records Management: document accuracy
secure filing
maintaining HR records
Employee Relations support & performance management guidance
HR policies/procedures & workforce planning support
Onboarding documentation
induction coordination
and HR process improvement
TRIM (Records Management)
Microsoft Office (Word
Excel
PowerPoint)
Learning Hub / World Learn
KOFAX / BEAR (Accounting / Asset Management)
Certification
- Health & Safety Representative Training
- Mental Health First Aid
- Cultural Awareness Training
- HR Short Courses
Timeline
HR Business Partner
ATM Tanks
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
HR Business Partner / SHW / Workforce Development
Main Roads WA
01.2022 - 01.2025Read More
HR Consultant
Vital HR
01.2015 - 01.2022Read More
HR Manager (Contract Residential)
Wirraka Maya Aboriginal Health Corporation
01.2015 - 01.2015Read More
HR / IR Advisor
GBF Underground Mining
01.2012 - 01.2015Read More
Indigenous HR Advisor
Rio Tinto
01.2011 - 01.2012Read More
HR Manager
Yamatji Aboriginal Organisation
01.2009 - 01.2011Read More
North Metropolitan TAFE
Certificate III from Community Services
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Central Regional TAFE
Certificate IV from Human Services (Disability)
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Linked In
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-kiel-36983b160