Human Resources Management Expertise

 

AMMA has extensive capability in all aspects of managing people within the Australian resources and energy sector. We understand the industry and the need for effective management of employees through all phases of the resource business cycle. Our human resources consultants can provide services through each stage of the resource business cycle:

 

 

 

AMMA can assist resource companies with:

 

Human Resources Strategy Development:

Facilitating and supporting the development of human resources strategies that complement the business plan – whether for a specific new project or for a business conducting regular reviews of their strategies.

 

Feasibility Analysis and Workplace Planning:

AMMA will assist companies with new or expanding projects that require comprehensive analysis to determine workforce requirements and labour costs.

 

Organisation and Job Design:

Providing advice on the design of organizations to complement business strategies, and the design of jobs (and development of job descriptions) to ensure role understanding and accountability.

 

People Management Systems:

Working with companies to design appropriate processes across a range of areas including recruitment and selection, remuneration and benefits, performance management, succession planning and learning and development.

 

Change Management:

AMMA can assist with the development of appropriate strategies and the implementation of change management programs in a variety of areas including:

 

§ Mergers and Acquisitions:

There is an ongoing consolidation of companies in the resources industry across Australia. AMMA can provide advice and assistance through  all phases of a merger/acquisition including planning, labour force analysis, HR due diligence, risk identification, and managing the integration process to ensure that employee issues are managed carefully and professionally.

 

§ Employee Retrenchments and Redundancies:

The retrenchment of employees due to changes within an organization or company downturn, requires careful management. AMMA can assist in identifying those positions to be retrenched, identifying  and assisting with communication and management strategies, identifying employee entitlements, and arranging outplacement support if required.

 

§ Communication and Consultation Strategies:

Working with companies to identify appropriate consultation and communication strategies when the need for change has been identified.

 

Auditing of Human Resources Management Systems:

AMMA can conduct an audit of a companies HR function to reveal the strengths and weaknesses in the system with a focus on analyzing and improving people management processes. In addition, to support development projects occurring across Australia, AMMA can audit the HR systems of contractors to ensure that they are meeting client requirements.

 

Human Resources Mentoring and Support:

AMMA’s experienced consultants can work with a company’s HR team to provide ongoing coaching, guidance and support.

 

If you would like assistance from one of AMMA’s experienced human resources consultants please contact one of your local AMMA consultants.

 

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