Leahanne King

Commercially astute and result driven People Culture and Safety Manager, with expertise in relation to all aspects of human resources (HR), including recruitment and selection, performance management, benefits administration, employment law, as well as policy development and implementation. Exceptionally strong understanding of human resources legislative frameworks, with an innate ability to interpret Awards and Enterprise Agreements. Focused on people and performance, and adept in developing and facilitating the implementation of forward thinking and high impact human resources strategies and initiatives, resulting in business growth, and streamlined processes.

Diligent Human Resources Manager with comprehensive experience in managing all facets of human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Demonstrated success in fostering positive work environment and implementing effective HR policies that support organizational goals. Proven ability to leverage communication and conflict resolution skills to enhance team dynamics and drive employee engagement.

Human resources professional with extensive background in developing and executing HR strategies that align with business objectives. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results through effective talent management and employee development. Reliable and adaptable, possessing key skills in organizational development and performance management, ensuring productive and cohesive workforce.

Human Resources professional with robust experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Proven track record of fostering strong team collaboration and driving results through strategic initiatives. Skilled in conflict resolution, training and development, and organizational development. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.

• Industrial Relations and Work Health and Safety Lead (contract), 10/01/24, Present, Accountable for Strategy planning for Industrial Relations and Work Health and Safety Policy, Policy development and implementation including Code of Conduct, Appropriate Behaviours and Occupational Health and Safety, Support Industrial Relations and Employee Relations Matters including the negotiation of an EBA, Assisting with the implementation of new ERP systems., Provision of expert and specialist advice and support, on a full suite of employment matters, to all levels of the business, including the Executive., Management of the Learning Development Partner and the L and D Framework
• Career Break, Spent 8 weeks Travelling through Central Asia
• Head of Employee Experience and Wellbeing, Chisholm Tafe, 03/01/21, 07/31/24, Leadership and management integration of core employee experiences across the employee lifecycle., Provision of expert and specialist advice and support, on a full suite of employment matters, to all levels of the business, including the Executive., Manage and ensure expert advice to the business, on the administration of Contracts of Employment and related employee lifecycle matters., Lead, develop and implement Chisholm’s diversity, equality and inclusion program and plan, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation., Management of the Human Resources, Employee Relations, Workforce Development and Wellbeing teams., Oversee Industrial Relations matters including Union consultative committees., Nominated more than once for the Inspirational Leader Award, Increased employee Satisfaction in the People Culture and Safety Team including gaining the first 100% score for management support in the People Matter survey.
• Manager Employee Relations, Chisholm Tafe, 10/01/18, 03/31/21, Provision of expert and specialist advice and support, on a full suite of employment matters, to all levels of the business, including the Executive., Employee case management and resolution, of often complex employee and workplace relations matters, including Investigations and reportable conduct matters., Interpretation and implementation of Enterprise Agreements., Liaising with Unions and employee representatives on a day-to-day basis, on issues that affect employees., Representing Chisholm during various Union disputes / complaints / committees, Tribunals, Management of Culture Review programs that lead to a decrease in student complaints and increase employee satisfaction., Developed a business case for and implemented an online Case Management System and monthly reporting., Key partner in preventing the closure of an underperforming Education area by working with the manager on a 12-month Business review plan.
• Employee Relations Specialist, Chisholm Tafe, 06/01/18, 10/01/18, Provision of expert and specialist advice and support, on a full suite of employment matters, to all levels of the business, including the Executive., Employee case management and resolution, of often complex employee and workplace relations matters, including Investigations and reportable conduct matters., Interpretation and implementation of Enterprise Agreements., Liaising with Unions and employee representatives on a day-to-day basis, on issues that affect employees., Representing Chisholm during various Union disputes / complaints / committees, Tribunals, Management of Culture Review programs that lead to a decrease in student complaints and increase employee satisfaction.
• HR Business Partner, Shred-it Australia, 01/01/16, 06/30/18, Standalone role, responsible for implementing the Culture of the global parent company. This included providing advice on best practice Human Resource policies and procedures within the Australian Landscape., Providing Human Resource and Industrial Relations, advice to staff and senior management., Processing of sponsorship applications and liaison with relevant managers within the organisation regarding sponsorship contracts., Management of full employee lifecycle including termination/ redundancy, Workplace health and safety, and claims management., Providing Employee Relations advice and due diligence during the acquisitions of three companies., Implemented a ‘4 by 10’ roster, including Individual flexible Agreements., Reduced sickness and overtime cost for the NSW operations, through data analyses and the implementation of effective management practices.
• Human Resource Advisor, Sacred Heart Mission, 04/01/14, 12/31/15, Providing Human Resource and Industrial Relations advice, to staff and senior management., Development and implementation of training programs for performance management and, Occupational Health and Safety., Management of full employee lifecycle including termination/ redundancy, Workplace health and safety, and claims management, including month end reporting to the Executive., Project managed the Implementation a new attendance time and tracking system, for employees and volunteers.
• Human Resources Advisor, Rutledge AV, 03/01/11, 04/30/14, Supporting the provision of Human Resource and Industrial Relations advice, to staff and senior management., Management of full employee lifecycle including termination/ redundancy, Workplace health and safety, and claims management., Performance Management, including training and development and contributing / participating in performance appraisals / reviews., Inducting all new staff into the organisation, as well as scheduling training sessions with other staff for inductees. This was complex as we had six sites and 5 EBAs plus numerous Awards., The last eight months of this position was focused on managing the complete HR function, with the HR Assistant being a direct report., Developed a business case for the need for Project management training across Australia. Including obtaining government funding to minimise the cost to the business. Programmed successfully implemented resulting in 30 trained staff., Key Partner in obtaining SIO accreditation for Occupational Health and Safety and Quality Management systems.

• Bachelor of Business Human Resource Management (Distinction Average), Australian Catholic University
• Masters in Workplace Law, Monash University including Mediation training.
• Gender Equity Training RMIT
• Workplace Health and Safety 5 Day training, CGU
• Return to work Coordinator, CGU
• Mental Health First Aid
• Investigation Training
• Various legislative training inc current Sexual Harassment Laws

• HR Generalist Consulting
• HR Policy Development and Implementation
• Talent Acquisition and Management
• Team Building
• Training and Development
• Business / Strategic Planning
• Operations Management
• Business Growth
• Change Management
• Remuneration and Payroll
• Workforce Planning and Analytics
• Employee Relations / Industrial Relations / Unions
• Learning and Development
• Workplace Health and Safety