Ruggable
e-commerce
HRManager(AUS)
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“HR Manager (AUS) at Ruggable. Skills: HR Generalist background, People Ops/HR role, Australian employment law, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office. Lead People Operations for the AU site, including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and management of external staffing agencies (including temp-to-perm processes). Own the full hiring lifecycle—from intake through onboarding—ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates and new hires”
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; navigate sensitive situations thoughtfully and effectively
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
HR Generalist background across recruiting, employee relations, performance management, and employee engagement, Experience in a People Ops/HR role, ideally supporting a site or operating with a high level of autonomy, The ability to manage multiple priorities and execute with a sense of ownership and accountability, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive situations thoughtfully and effectively, Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal, A collaborative mindset, with the ability to partner across teams and levels, Working knowledge of Australian employment law, Flexibility and willingness to support both site-level priorities and broader team initiatives
Nice to Have
Experience in manufacturing, operations, or start-up environments, Exposure to HR systems (HR, Payroll, Benefits, Time & Labor, ATS), CIPD qualification or equivalent experience
What You'll Do.
Lead People Operations for the AU site
including recruitment
onboarding/offboarding
benefits administration
and management of external staffing agencies (including temp-to-perm processes)
Own the full hiring lifecycle—from intake through onboarding—ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates and new hires
Partner closely with site leadership to build a strong
engaged workplace by coaching managers on employee relations
performance management
Act as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for employee relations matters
managing issues from intake through resolution with sound judgment and discretion
Support payroll processes
including timecard reviews
and coordination with payroll providers to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Build and manage relationships with staffing agencies
while monitoring workforce trends such as attendance
Ensure compliance with Australian employment laws
maintaining accurate and organized employee records
Partner with the Plant Manager and Health & Safety teams to reinforce a culture of safety through training and support of incident investigations
Monitor employee engagement and sentiment
using data and insights to recommend and implement improvements
Maintain HR reporting and provide insights to support workforce planning and business decisions
Contribute to broader People team initiatives across Ruggable’s global network
including SOP development
HRIS enhancements (e. g.
and cross-site projects as the business evolves
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner closely with site leadership; Partner with the Plant Manager and Health & Safety teams; Contribute to broader People team initiatives across Ruggable’s global network; ability to partner across teams and levels
Communication Scope
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
Full Job Description
About Ruggable: Ruggable is a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand based in Los Angeles, California with an extraordinary track record of high, profitable growth. We pride ourselves on having an extremely loyal customer base and a talented team made up of genuinely caring people who take action and deliver results. We are venture-backed and own a patented washable rug design that's disrupting the home décor industry. Our mission is to empower our customers to live vibrantly with beautiful products that don't compromise on function. If you're passionate about consumer products, e-commerce, and high-growth start-ups, keep reading! Job Summary: As Ruggable's Australian HR Manager, you will play a key role in launching and scaling operations in Melbourne, Australia. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape the HR function at a new site while partnering closely with leadership to create a high-performing, engaging, and compliant workplace. You’ll lead core HR Operations for the AU site—spanning recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll coordination, and benefits—while acting as a trusted partner to the Plant Manager and leaders on the ground. Beyond the site, you’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to broader HR team initiatives across Ruggable’s global network, helping to build and refine processes, programs, and systems as we continue to grow. If you’re someone who enjoys building from the ground up, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to make a tangible impact, this role offers both ownership and growth. What You’ll Do: Lead People Operations for the AU site, including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and management of external staffing agencies (including temp-to-perm processes) Own the full hiring lifecycle—from intake through onboarding—ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates and new hires Partner closely with site leadership to build a strong, engaged w
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