About the Role
GreenCollar is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of People & Culture to cover a period of parental leave within our growing People & Culture function. Reporting to the General Manager, People & Culture, this role takes ownership of the annual people strategy and leads the operational delivery of all HR functions across the organisation, supported by a People & Culture Coordinator.
This is an opportunity for a senior HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and is confident stepping into an established function and delivering at full capacity from day one. The role suits someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to get things done.
About You
- 10+ years in People & Culture or Human Resources, with demonstrated experience at a senior or Head of level.
- Proven ability to develop and deliver annual people strategies in a small to medium-sized organisation.
- Strong working knowledge of Australian employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, and Modern Awards.
- Experienced in managing complex ER matters end-to-end, with sound judgment and a commitment to procedural fairness.
- Confident across HRIS platforms and recruitment tools; experience with ELMO highly desirable.
- Builds trusted relationships quickly across all levels of the organisation and communicates with clarity, warmth, and professionalism.
- Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion at all times.
- Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in HR, Business, or a related discipline.
- Comfortable stepping into an established function and making an immediate impact. Prior fixed-term or parental leave cover experience is an advantage.
Why Join GreenCollar?
- 5 weeks' annual leave
- Wellbeing leave
- Volunteer leave
- Gender-neutral parental leave
- Access to Flare Benefits, including exclusive discounts and employee perks
- Regular social club activities and events (in person and online)
- Collaborative and social office in The Rocks, Sydney
About GreenCollar
GreenCollar is Australia's leading ecosystem services project developer and market investor, with over 200 projects spanning 5 million hectares of active conservation as well as a growing international portfolio of work targeting nature-based solutions in carbon abatement, biodiversity conservation, water security and plastics circularity.
We aim to prove that the best way to achieve lasting environmental outcomes is to enable markets to direct long-term finance towards sustainable land management practices and ecosystem services.
We work in partnership with farmers, graziers, traditional owners and other land managers to develop high quality, high integrity nature-based projects that deliver economic, environmental and social benefits.
Next Steps
Does this sound like the role for you?
If you can see a future with us, apply via the application link. If you have specific questions or need support, reach out directly to our People & Culture team at careers@greencollar.com.au.
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Unfortunately, we're unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. You'll need the right to work in Australia to be considered.