About Strait Link
Strait Link has a proud history as a vital link in the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland. As an end-to-end logistics provider, every day our people – on our vessels, at ports, at our depots and warehouses, and in our trucks and offices – play a vital role connecting Tasmanian businesses and communities.
Through daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and Port of Burnie in Tasmania, our world-class ships connect the Tasmanian economy and communities with customers, suppliers, and markets across Australia and, in turn, the world.
About the Role:
As a HR Business Partner you will collaborate with leaders and managers across the organisation to drive business strategies through effective people management practices. The role will have an Industrial Relations focus and operate in a largely blue-collar environment.
From day to day the role will include industrial/employee relations as well as more generalist HR duties like performance management, talent management and training and development.
We have a variety of sites across the state and are open to applications from any Tasmanian local professional living within proximity to Hobart, Launceston, Burnie or Devonport.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
* Support the business with employee relations, conflict resolution and performance issues.
* Investigate employee complaints or disputes, providing recommendations for resolution.
* Lead and participate in collective Industrial Relations activity such as the negotiation of Enterprise Agreements.
* Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labour regulations and union contracts, as well as all company policies, procedures, and standards.
* Advise leadership on workforce planning, organisational design, and talent development.
* Assist with managing organisational changes, restructures and other shifts – and ensure compliance with labour agreements throughout the process where applicable.
* Maintain accurate records of union negotiations, grievances, disciplinary actions, and other HR and IR-related activities.
Key Personal Attributes:
* Strong business acumen.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organisation.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to deal well with change and operate in a dynamic environment.
About You:
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's Degree preferred).
* At least 5 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a business partner or generalist role.
* In-depth knowledge of IR/ER practices.
* Experience in using HR data to inform decision-making
* Experience with HRIS systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Openness and flexibility to travel in order to provide on the ground support across our sites, primarily within Tasmania with some Melbourne travel required.
An inclusive workplace, works for everyone
We celebrate difference. At Strait Link we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. If you need additional support to be your best self during the application process, please let us know.
We have several roles currently advertised, which means our recruitment process may take longer than usual. As such, we thank you for your patience.