Who are We?

At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for - real quality, that’s really affordable.
We’re making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don’t cost the earth.
We’re making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier.

We’re making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come.
That’s the Target Australians needs right now. And that’s the Target we’re here to be.

As an iconic Australian retailer with over 115 stores nationally and a rapidly growing online presence, we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are.

Our People & Capability team is passionate about Target, you will have the opportunity to partner with the business and help them drive real change that also impacts our customers. This is an exciting position that will enable you to bring your coaching, talent and succession planning skills to our organisation and enhance people’s development and careers. We are seeking an experienced People & Capability Business Partner to join our amazing team based in North-East Queensland. You will be surrounded by people who are knowledgeable, supportive of each other and get a kick out of being able to impact the business and culture of Target.

What will you do?

The primary purpose of the People & Capability Business Partner is to effectively partner with our Regional Managers and with the North-East Queensland stores to support and deliver key people initiatives to support the overall business strategy, in line with Target’s values. This is particular in the areas of culture and engagement, development, progression, safety and succession planning.

You will also have the opportunity to lead a variety of different People & Capability projects. This role will partner with our Regional Manager covering 15 stores from North Brisbane to Cairns.

Other key responsibilities may include:

• Support and implement the People & Capability strategy of talent and succession, culture and engagement, diversity and inclusion, safety and mental health and wellbeing
  

• Work collaboratively with the Regional Manager to coach and develop store management teams to deliver these people initiatives
  

• Drive capability by coaching and upskilling managers to empower them to effectively lead and develop their teams
  

• Support and guide initiatives that will drive engagement and a positive culture such as – engagement surveys, recognition programs, inductions and all ongoing L&D initiatives
  

• Facilitating workshops and/or training sessions in accordance with our training programs and initiatives
  

• Coach store management on the effective implementation of Target's Safety CARE program, ensure compliance of this program and all Safety initiatives and requirements
  

• Ensure store management compliance with safety and workers compensation legislative requirements
  

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced People & Capability Business Partner who has a passion and strong understanding of retail operations, coaching, people development and succession planning. You will be known for your optimism and positivity, and will have a strong track record of success in a fast paced People & Capability environment. The ability to develop and influence others is essential, as is a commercial approach to decision making. You thrive in an environment of change and will be comfortable adapting to ensure the people agenda stays aligned to the business needs.

Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge also required for this role includes:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or other relevant fields preferred
  

• Minimum 3 years’ generalist HR / People & Capability
  

• Experience in a high volume, fast paced environment, retail industry advantageous
  

• Demonstrated capability in developing People & Capability strategies and plans that are aligned to the business strategy
  

• Demonstrated ability to support and deliver projects
  

• Well-developed knowledge of work-place relations principles
  

• Well-developed knowledge of safety systems and processes
  

• Learning and development background, advantageous

What will you get?

Target has some great benefits, including:

• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
  

• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership
  

• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product
  

• Access to Employee Assistance Program
  

• Novated leasing options
  

• Paid parental leave scheme
  

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office
  

• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself
  

• A dynamic learning and support program
  

• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible)

Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.

As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check. Talent Acquisition will provide further updates to candidates as they progress through our recruitment process.

Candidates interested in this position should apply directly to this advertisement as we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

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