OGT Energy is a newly established company acquiring an existing operational gas project with a view to moving it towards a transitional energy future. OGT Energy identified the need for professional and strategic HR support to plan for the people and culture function of their new organisation. Harrisons was recommended by their company solicitors. OGT Energy’s priorities were around workforce management, ensuring compliance, and supporting the development of a strong culture to attract and retain the best people.
OGT Energy
OGT Energy
80 employees
Queensland – Brisbane & Regional
Solution
OGT Energy insourced an HR Manager for 2 to 3 days, which included responsibility for:
- Develop a strategic HR and workforce plan for the new organisation, including transition of employees from acquired entity
- Ensure OGT Energy will be compliant with all relevant IR legislation, including reviewing relevant modern awards, enterprise agreement and new template employment contracts
- Implement an HR information system integrating with time and attendance and payroll systems
- Develop a full suite of HR policies tailored to suit OGT Energy
- Draft position descriptions for all roles including both head office professional and administration and on-site technical positions
- Establish Employer Brand/Employee Value Proposition as well as a recruitment and selection process and collateral including job ad templates, the company’s careers page, interview guides and more
- Establish a performance review and development process with templates and training
- Identify professional development requirements and develop a comprehensive core skills training program for all team leaders
- Develop a comprehensive onboarding and induction program
Testimonial
“Harrisons guided us through the HR planning process, starting with the broad framework, insight into the HRIS, establishing a compliance framework, recruitment arrangements, HR policies, etc. It was a huge task but our consultant made it easy for us. She was responsive, flexible, and adaptive. She understood what we were trying to achieve and was a pleasure to work with.”
Lucy Snelling, Chief Executive Officer, OGT Energy
OUTCOME
Partnering with our HR services has provided OGT Energy with a strong foundation to confidently transition into their new phase of operations. By insourcing an HR Manager, OGT Energy has been able to achieve compliance with complex industrial relations legislation, implement efficient HR systems, and establish clear processes that support workforce management and cultural alignment. The tailored HR solutions, from comprehensive policies and position descriptions to structured recruitment and performance management frameworks, have empowered OGT Energy to build a capable, engaged, and future-ready workforce.
Harrisons flexible and strategic HR support provided a seamless way to achieve operational excellence without the need for a full-time in-house team by providing the expertise and tools to set the business up for long-term success, allowing OGT Energy’s leadership team to focus on their core operations with confidence.
