Who we are

We’re here to support local businesses with the everyday people problems that they face. Our local and comprehensive HR service comes at a fraction of the cost of hiring an in-house HR professional that larger companies often employ. Our approach is simple, we’ll get to really know and understand your business, that way we’ll be able to find the best and most cost-effective solution for your business.

Qualified experts to support you.

Pia has over 20 years’ HR experience in the areas of HR, IR Management and Consulting in both Australia and the UK. She holds a Bachelor of Business degree with a double major in Human Resources & Management from Edith Cowan University. Pia has worked at a senior management level gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, change management, acquisitions and mergers, HR policy and procedure writing.

Covering both SME’s and global organisations her experience has given her a solid all-round knowledge of the critical HR generalist issues that businesses face.
We are absolutely passionate about small businesses, and helping them to navigate through complex employment legislation, rules and regulations. We believe that by outsourcing your HR, you’re in a better position to do what you do best, and grow your business.

Our core offering is a pay monthly, all-inclusive HR Solutions+ service for businesses wanting an ongoing retained service. As a user of this service you’ll have access to unlimited telephone and email advice. This comes as standard with our Tribunal Indemnity Insurance, this covers the costs of a Fair Work Tribunal as long as you’ve followed our advice from the outset.

The HR Dept Perth Western Suburbs can also assist you with:

  • Employment agreements (across all worker types)
  • Award interpretation
  • Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBA’s)
  • DEED of Releases
  • Employee letters
  • Team Handbook
  • Policies and procedures
  • Recruitment
  • Organisational change
  • Restructuring and redundancies
  • Disciplinary and grievance
  • Investigations
  • Work Health and Safety
  • Payroll

All this is delivered at a fraction of the cost of an in-house HR Dept.

Whether you need regular day-to-day advice, support for a one-off project or you feel your company would benefit for a free no-obligation HR health check, please do get in touch on (08) 6426 2655.

Meet the team

Pia Engstrom

Pia Engstrom

Director

Pia is an accomplished Senior HR professional with over 25 years of experience in the areas of HR and IR Management and Consulting in both Australia and U.K. Pia has provided industry-specific and relevant strategic and operational advice across a broad spectrum of industries from health and transport to financial, oil & gas and mining in both SME’s and global organisations which have given her a solid all-round knowledge of the critical HR generalist issues that businesses face.

Her key strengths are her practical and common sense approach and her desire to have a good understanding of the operations of the company from the “shop floor” up. This is achieved through her open communication style, commitment to her role and the organisation, ability to build rapport and trust of colleagues, her broad range of experience, and her ability to hit the ground running.

She holds a Bachelor of Business degree with a double major in Human Resources & Management from Edith Cowan University. Pia is a CAHRI member of the Australian Human Resource Institute. 

Ron Pettit

Ron Pettit

HR Manager

Ron is a seasoned HR Professional with a pragmatic approach. Experienced across many businesses across Australia.

With more than 20 years of Human Resources experience, Ron always focuses on developing and continuously improving businesses through team and leadership development by providing practical, considered advice.

Ron has worked with the WA Department of Education, Alcoa, Hatch, BP, AECOM, Fluor, BHP, Intertek, Veris, and Civeo delivering quality outcomes across the full people & culture lifecycle.

Ron is a national award-winning (Australian Human Resources Manager of the Year) professional with strong business acumen able to translate strategy into action and has a solution mindset.

Olivia Gangemi

Olivia Gangemi

Senior HR Advisor

Olivia is an experienced HR Advisor with a Bachelor of Business degree, Majoring in HR and a Minor in Commercial Law. She has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in building strong relationships with clients and colleagues, providing sound HR advice, and creating efficient systems and workflows to improve business operations.

Throughout her career, Olivia has demonstrated a deep commitment to delivering high-quality results, collaborating with stakeholders to achieve organizational goals, and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. She is passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest HR trends and practices and using this knowledge to help clients navigate complex HR issues and achieve their strategic objectives.

Overall, Olivia is a highly skilled and dedicated HR Advisor with a proven track record of success. Her commitment to excellence, passion for HR, and strong interpersonal skills make her a valuable professional. Olivia is a MAHRI member of the Australian Human Resource Institute. 

Holly Escott

Holly Escott

OHS Consultant

Holly is dedicated to simplifying compliance and improving systems for businesses in Workplace Health and Safety (WHS). With a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and Sustainability and an International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (NEBOSH), Holly brings over 15 years of cross-industry experience to provide best-fit solutions for your business.

Her experience includes auditing, developing ISO integrated management systems, conducting investigations, inspections, and assisting with risk management. In addition, Holly is pursuing a Masters in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Engineering, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of industry practices.

Gem Vijay Carriaga

Gem Vijay Carriaga

HR Administrator

Gem joins the team with an extensive administration and marketing background. He is passionate about helping people, working in the services industry and information technology. His key strengths are his administration, marketing and data management skills having used a number of different software packages. Gem holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration majoring in Human Resource Development and Management.

Looking for expert HR support?

We can help you focus on your business by taking care of all your human resources needs.

 

Let us know how we can help or ask about our free initial HR review.

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