Senior HR Partner

Job description

Job Title Senior HR Partner Job Description Strategic Business Partnering Partner with senior leaders to align and execute the people strategy in line with business goals. Use data and insights to advise on workforce planning, organisational design, and talent strategies. Drive key people initiatives related to performance, engagement, succession, and capability development. I.e. female network, employee engagement network and leadership development. Lead strategic change initiatives and transformation projects with strong change management plans. Proven expertise in Industrial Relations management, Employee Bargaining Agreement negotiations, and resolving complex employee relations and operational challenges in multi-site airport environments with blue-collar workforces. Operational Excellence Provide expert advice and guidance on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation. Support leaders in managing complex HR issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of HR policies and practices. Oversee and continuously improve core HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle changes. Monitor and support compliance with relevant local legislation and internal governance frameworks. Act as an escalation point for HR queries, ensuring timely and pragmatic resolutions. Leadership Development & Capability Building Coach and influence leaders to build high-performing teams and improve people leadership capability. Partner with L&D teams to deliver targeted training and development programs. Support leadership reviews, talent calibration, and development planning. Data, Insights & Reporting Leverage people data and analytics to identify trends and make evidence-based recommendations. Provide regular reporting and insights to leadership teams to support decision-making. Continuous Improvement Drive the implementation and adoption of HR initiatives and programs at the country level. Partner with other HR Advisors and People Services Leads, including regional and global teams, to identify and share improvement opportunities. Contribute to business cases, change management, and communication strategies for large-scale transformation initiatives. Qualifications & Skills Degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior strategic business partner capacity. Proven experience working closely with senior leaders across multiple disciplines. Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and HR best practices. Demonstrated ability to manage change, lead projects, and deliver results. Experience using HRIS platforms and HR data analytics tools (e.g., Workday). Safety Responsibilities Comply with local WHS legislation and relevant Codes and standards Not endanger the health of safety of themselves or other at the workplace Notify the supervision or management immediately if an event occurs or risk / hazard is identified Cooperate and comply with Vanderlande Policies and Procedures while on company premises or conducting business or undertaking for Vanderlande abroad Consult and Cooperate with regard to health and safety matters on site Participate in Developing, documenting, implementing and maintaining safe systems of work for their activities on site; If performing work, must provide adequate supervision, to ensure that documented safe systems of work are adhered to; Only perform work you have been trained on and deemed competent in by direct supervision Cease work where there is a perceived risk or known immediate risk to the health and safety of self or others. If the task cannot be done safely, do not do it. Allow for sufficient time to obtain the required safe work permits; Promote the involvement of their workers in work health and safety activities on site; be responsible for keeping the workplace in a clean and tidy condition; Actively and timely participate in work health and safety meetings and awareness training; Demonstrate commitment to work health and safety through their own actions and attitudes. Uses Personal Protective Equipment as required and directed. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.