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This industry-leading organisation with a rich history in Australia, spanning over 40 years, is seeking a highly capable and experienced HR professional who is ready to take ownership of the full employee lifecycle in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
As a dedicated HR Business Partner supporting operations in Adelaide, you will report directly to the State Manager and will be instrumental in driving HR best practices and fostering a positive, productive culture across a workforce of approximately 170 employees.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor and coach to 8 operational managers, providing guidance on performance management, team development, and complex employee matters.
* Employee Lifecycle Management: Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding through to performance reviews, talent development, and off‑boarding.
* Employee and Industrial Relations (ER/IR):
o Proactively manage and resolve ER/IR cases and disputes in compliance with relevant legislation and company policy.
o Liaise effectively with unions and employee representatives.
o Lead and actively participate in Enterprise Agreement (EA) negotiations and meetings.
* Workforce Development: Champion capability building through training, coaching, and succession planning initiatives.
* Compliance & Policy: Ensure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date, compliant, and consistently applied across the business.
What You'll Bring
* Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor, ideally within the logistics, transport, or a related industrial sector.
* Demonstrated expertise in managing complex Employee and Industrial Relations (ER/IR) issues within heavy industrial organisations.
* Strong experience in coaching and influencing managers to achieve desired outcomes.
* Solid understanding of Australian employment law and the Fair Work Act.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills, particularly in a unionised environment.
* A relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related field.
Why this role?
* Impact: This is a high‑autonomy role where you will be the key HR interface, driving real change and outcomes across the state.
* Culture: Join a collaborative and essential national business that values safety, efficiency, and its people.
* Career: Opportunity to report directly to senior leadership and influence the state's strategic direction.
If you are a proactive and commercially‑minded HR professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply
At Randstad HR Partners, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity for the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Experience
4 years
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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