FIONA STEPHENS
16 Annandale Road
Wickham NSW 2293
Telephone: 4929 2949
Email: F.Stephens@annanddale.net.au
I am an experienced Human Resources leader with extensive experience developing and
implementing Human Resources strategy and frameworks across a number of diverse
organizations. My hands on approach to Human Resources has helped me become an
engaging and respected leadership team member who is trusted to deliver value to our
people and our organization.
I have significant experience driving a team of HR professionals to deliver a broad range
of generalist Human Resources activities across large national multi-site operations in
both capital cities and remote locations.
My experience spans across a variety of industries and disciplines including: Mining,
Engineering, Apparel, and Local Government.
I am highly organized, analytical, and like to solve problems. I am self-motivated, and
comfortable working autonomously.
EXPERIENCE
HR & Recruitment Manager
Integrated Industrial
2012 – Present
Integrated Industrial Pty Ltd is a specialist supplier to the Mining & Construction, Oil &
Gas, Marine and Industrial sectors both in Australia and Internationally. The business
was established in 1992 and has grown to become a well-respected, major supplier a
variety of sectors for the last 23 years. We currently service 150 valued customers
throughout Western Australia, Africa, Europe and Asia. Integrated Industrial holds a
significant number of supply contracts with major resource companies across Australia
and Internationally. These contracts vary from general industrial consumables, safety
and PPE, pipe and fittings, lubrication and marine products through to the sourcing of
genuine OEM spares from all parts of the globe.
My role is a mix of strategic and direct sourcing, focusing on developing the long term
strategy for the business. Through market mapping and talent pool development we
have been able to execute (talent) acquisition strategies to meet current and future
business needs. Leading the function I work across the entire portfolio (Mining &
Construction, Oil & Gas, Marine and Industrial) and role disciplines (operations, business
development, supply chain logistics), both locally and globally. Supporting the design and
implementation of diversity strategy, programmes and initiatives to ensure talent
processes achieve organisational goals.
Recruitment and HR Manager, Australia
Quiksilver
2009 – 2011
Quiksilver, Inc., incorporated in 1976, is a diversified company that designs, produces
and distributes branded apparel, footwear, accessories and related products. Its products
are sold in over 90 countries in a range of distribution channels, including surf shops,
skateboard shops, snowboard shops, its concept stores, other specialty stores and select
department stores. The Company has three operating segments consisting of the
Americas, Europe and Asia/Pacific, each of which sells a range of its products. The
Company’s brands are focused on different sports within the outdoor market.
In this role I designed the company’s recruitment strategy in consultation with senior
executives, and was responsible for its implementation, in collaboration with a team of
Recruitment and HR Advisors, which I managed. I also developed and facilitated training
programs, and facilitated leadership behavioural competencies and performance review
programs.
Recruitment and HR Advisor
Quiksilver
2007 – 2009
This role was a HR generalist position focused on providing critical advice and service to
employees across Queensland in managing recruitment and employee programs, working
with managers to grow and develop employees, providing advice on policies and
procedures, supporting employee wellbeing programs and providing payroll backup.
HR Project Consultant
Liverpool Council
2009 – 2009
In this role I developed a recruitment and retention strategy for Liverpool Council’s
Services division, including the design and implementation of an exit and entry interview
pilot. The interview pilot identified improvement requirements, and has led to improved
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retention of staff over time. Further, in a team setting, I helped develop a system to
capture and analyse all staff feedback during Pay & Reward staff consultation.
Recruiting Sourcing Specialist
Julia Ross
2007 - 2009
I worked with clients from the mining and engineering industries to source and recruit
talent. I was able to successfully recruit staff by effectively utilizing an array of tools and
outlets, such as job boards and the then-relatively new forms of social media (Facebook,
Twitter), and maintaining talent pipelines. I took ownership of full recruitment activities
for selected roles, and supported recruitment operations.
EDUCATION
University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Psychology (Hons, Class 1)
University of Newcastle
Masters of Human Resource Management
AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
AHRI Award: DAVE ULRICH HR RISING STAR 2008 WINNER
INTERESTS
I volunteer with Meals on Wheels, providing meals to individuals and families in need
once a month, and have done so for the past 7 years. I also volunteer as the Manager
of my son’s under-6s soccer team.
I enjoy reading, long-distance running. In 2008 I completed the London marathon, which
had been a goal since childhood.
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