Human Resources Generalist | Devonport
In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.
Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.
Culture and Benefits
At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
- Respect for Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion for People
We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.
The Perks
- Bonus incentive scheme
- Diverse leadership development programs
- Fully supplied and laundered uniform + PPE
- Employee recognition program
- Discounted health insurance
- Novated leasing options
- Income Protection Insurance
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- On-site cafeteria and parking
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for a Human Resources Generalist to join our Devonport manufacturing site. Supporting a workforce of 350+ employees, you'll partner with leaders across diverse functions and contribute to a wide range of HR initiatives that impact the site.
Working closely with the site HR Manager, this role offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your HR capability, build strong stakeholder relationships and gain exposure across the full employee lifecycle.
What You’ll Do
- Manage employee queries relating to payroll, HR policies and procedures
- Manage employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, transfers and offboarding
- Partner with leaders and employees across the site to provide practical HR advice
- Support employee performance management and workplace investigations
- Support Enterprise Agreement negotiation activities
- Support site change initiatives, communications and site projects
- Collaborate with Payroll and specialist HR teams
- Maintain HR systems and employee records, ensuring compliance with legislative and business requirements
- Identify process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline
- 3–5 years' experience in a HR, People & Culture or related people-focused function
- Exposure to employee and industrial relations matters
- Experience interpreting Awards and/or Enterprise Agreements
- Working knowledge of HR systems (SAP SuccessFactors highly regarded)
- Exposure to payroll or timekeeping systems is advantageous
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A collaborative, adaptable and relationship-focused approach
- A genuine commitment to safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply today and help shape the employee experience at one of Australia's leading food manufacturers.
Applications close Friday 14th August 2026. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to closing date.
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Job Requisition ID: 26615
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Location(s): GF Devonport Plant - Quoiba
Country: Australia
Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com