Senior HR Business Partner

• Provide high-quality, timely and practical HR, ER and IR advice to leaders on performance management, conduct, investigations, discipline and termination matters
• Act as a trusted advisor on the interpretation and application of enterprise agreements, awards, legislation and internal policies
• Lead and support consultation, grievance and dispute resolution processes to achieve fair and sustainable outcomes
• Coach and support leaders through complex and sensitive people matters, ensuring procedural fairness and defensible decision-making
• Support constructive industrial relations, including preparation for and participation in union meetings and enterprise agreement activities
• Prepare documentation, evidence and briefs for external proceedings including Fair Work Commission matters, with guidance from the IR Manager as required
• Monitor legislative changes and support HR and ER compliance across policies, procedures and practices
• Partner with operational leaders on attendance, absenteeism and fitness for work management, using workforce data to advise on interventions
• Support workforce planning, recruitment and selection activities including screening, interviews, offers and onboarding
• Provide coaching and capability uplift to leaders on people leadership, ER/IR obligations and policy application
• Maintain accurate HR records, reporting and analytics to support governance, compliance and continuous improvement
• Proactively identify emerging ER and IR risks and provide insights and recommendations to HR leadership

• A tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Business Management or a related discipline
• Proven experience providing onsite HR, employee relations and industrial relations support
• Demonstrated capability in enterprise agreement interpretation and employee case management
• Experience in coal mining, resources or a heavy industrial environment (highly regarded)
• Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills
• The ability to operate effectively under pressure and manage ambiguity
• High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism

Experience in coal mining, resources or a heavy industrial environment

• Be part of a globally respected organisation with a strong Australian footprint
• Work in a senior, influential role partnering directly with operational leaders
• Exposure to complex ER/IR matters in a dynamic, operational environment
• Supportive HR leadership and a collaborative HR team culture
• Brisbane-based role with meaningful site engagement