General Manager - People & Culture

About Us:

CARe is the newest entrant within the field of Collision and Accident Repair Expertise, bringing an innovative approach to the supply chain for drivable repairs and delivering efficient quality outcomes for our customers. In partnership with industry leading insurers, CARe has a strong business model and further expansion opportunities on the horizon.

CARe is focused on developing new technologies that will change and enhance the customer offering and delivering a new and innovative way to manage the End-to-End Claims and Repair Experience.

We’re a fast-growing automotive repair group with 17 sites across Australia, and we’re not slowing down. Innovation, safety, and a people-first mindset sit at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a dynamic General Manager – People & Culture to join our executive team and lead our people agenda into the future.

What We Offer:

• A key leadership role on the executive team, shaping the future of our people strategy.
• A supportive, innovative, and values-driven culture where your impact is visible and valued.
• Market competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to contribute to the next stage of our growth journey as our business continues to expand.
• Lead a strong and collaborative HR team, with the opportunity to further develop capabilities.
• A brand-new, contemporary office space in Moorabbin, co-located with a state-of-the-art repair facility.
• Team perks including regular site events, lunches, and recognition programs.

About The Role:

Reporting to the CEO, you’ll design and deliver the People & Culture strategy across our network. You’ll lead a talented HR team, partner with industry leaders, and play a critical role in driving culture, engagement, and compliance as we continue to expand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver People & Culture strategies aligned to business objectives
• Partner with the CEO and executive team on workforce planning, organisational design, and leadership capability
• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team to provide consistent, high-quality support
• Oversee talent acquisition, retention strategies, and development programs
• Lead remuneration strategy, performance frameworks, and HR policy development
• Build and promote our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) to attract, engage, and retain top talent.
• Drive engagement initiatives, champion culture, and promote diversity, equality, and inclusion
• Provide expert HR advice and support to leaders on day-to-day people matters, guiding decision-making and ensuring consistent practices
• Ensure compliance with HR, ER, IR, and legislative requirements, resolving issues constructively
• Deliver workplace health, safety, and wellbeing strategies, monitoring risks and incidents
• Manage business continuity, ESG initiatives, and HR systems to support operational excellence

About You:

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or related field.
• Deep understanding of Australian employment law, WHS, and best-practice HR frameworks.
• Proven senior HR/People & Culture leadership, ideally in multi-site operations.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing people strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Commercially minded and a strong collaborator, able to influence stakeholders, engage effectively across all levels, and contribute positively to organisational culture.
• Must be a Permanent Resident or hold appropriate Australian working rights.

If you’d like to have a confidential discussion, you can contact Sophia (Talent Acquisition Partner) on 0456 982 107 or careers@careauto.com.au

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