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.

Marcus Watts

Marcus Watts

Senior HR Advisor

Marcus is passionate about people & modern employment relations and how that is interpreted & then presented to all stakeholders across Australia businesses large & small. In the interconnected world the ability to remain agile & global remains integral to his professional outlook. Marcus’s experience ranges from the IT sector in fast paced India to the highly union driven public sector of Western Australia. At the core of all his experience is how people can drive change and ultimately make an impact in any profession. Marcus holds a degree in Business with a major in HR and minor in Economics.

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.

Jacob Rian Rodriguez

Jacob Rian Rodriguez

HR Administrator

Jacob is a seasoned video editor with eight years of experience.  His career journey has naturally evolved, leading him from video editing into the dynamic world of marketing.  This transition ignited a passion within him for helping individuals and businesses cut through the noise of the crowded social media landscape and achieve visibility.  

He is dedicated to crafting compelling narratives and implementing effective strategies that connect clients with their target audiences.  Jacob’s expertise lies in understanding the visual and communicative elements of marketing, leveraging his video editing skills to create engaging content that resonates with viewers. He thrives on the challenge of navigating the ever-changing digital landscape and is committed to staying at the forefront of marketing trends to deliver exceptional results for his clients. He believes in the power of authentic storytelling and strives to help his clients connect with their audience on a deeper level.  

Jacob is a high school graduate and previously pursued Electrical Engineering for three years before deciding to follow his passion for marketing. This background gives him a unique perspective on technology and its application in the marketing world.

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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