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
1 Year- 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