HR Business Partner – Manufacturing
Western Sydney | 12-month FTC (strong likelihood to convert to permanent)
$120k–$130k + super + bonus
We’re partnering with a leading global manufacturing organisation undergoing significant transformation across its Australian operations. This is a key HR Business Partner role supporting an Operations leader and will suit an HRBP who has strong employee relations capability and is looking to step up and deepen their exposure within a complex manufacturing environment.
You’ll work closely with manufacturing leadership, supporting day-to-day and complex people matters while contributing to broader workforce and organisational initiatives across supply operations. The business is investing heavily in its Australian footprint, with strong growth plans and genuine long-term opportunity.
Key responsibilities
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Support end-to-end employee relations across a manufacturing workforce
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Manage ER matters including performance management, grievances, investigations, relocations and workforce change
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Partner with site leadership on workers’ compensation and health & safety matters
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Assist with EBA negotiations, including preparation, union engagement and bargaining support
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Partner with Operations to support organisational design, structure mapping and capability initiatives within supply
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Support the implementation of training frameworks and workforce capability metrics
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Act as a trusted advisor to leaders during periods of change and growth
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Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliant and practical outcomes
What are we looking for?
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Experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor role within a manufacturing or operational environment
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Exposure to EBA negotiations and unionised workforces
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Solid knowledge of Australian employment legislation and industrial relations
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Comfortable managing ER matters in fast-paced, operational settings
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Hands-on, commercially minded and keen to continue developing as a true HR business partner
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FMCG or large-scale manufacturing experience (e.g. food, consumer goods, industrial manufacturing) highly regarded
If this sounds like a good fit for your background and where you’re heading next, we’d love to have a confidential conversation. Apply below to discuss further.
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