About YOUR new company This is your opportunity to join a well-established organisation in the manufacturing industry that is undergoing significant growth and transformation. Known for its strong values, down-to-earth culture, and commitment to operational excellence, this business supports a large, diverse workforce across multiple sites. You’ll be joining a passionate and collaborative team that believes in building capability, investing in people, and driving real results through great leadership and culture. About YOUR new Role As the Senior HR Business Partner, you’ll take on a strategic and hands-on role supporting senior leaders across a fast-paced, operationally complex manufacturing environment. You’ll be a trusted advisor who brings insight, challenges thinking, and delivers people solutions that align with both short- and long-term business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Partner with senior operational leaders across multiple sites to drive strategic people initiatives Provide expert support in ER/IR matters, performance management, and workforce planning Lead change management, culture, and engagement programs across blue- and white-collar teams Analyse and interpret workforce data to drive decisions and continuous improvement Support site leaders in building leadership capability and managing talent pipelines Oversee and coach a small HR team, fostering development and accountability Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements Collaborate on projects across diversity, wellbeing, and safety culture About YOU You are a seasoned HR professional with experience working in large, operationally intensive environments—ideally in the manufacturing industry sector or similar. You have a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities within a blue-collar workforce, and you’re confident managing industrial relations in unionised settings. You will bring: Significant experience as a Senior HR Business Partner or similar strategic HR role Demonstrated experience supporting heavy blue-collar environments People leadership experience – including coaching, mentoring, and performance management A proactive, hands-on approach with strong influencing and problem-solving skills Solid working knowledge of Australian employment legislation and industrial instruments Proven experience leading change and supporting leaders through transformation What’s in it for YOU A flexible hybrid working model with regular site engagement A supportive, values-led culture with a strong safety and people focus Scope to influence key business outcomes and lead strategic HR projects Opportunities for career growth within a national footprint Competitive salary package and tools of the trade If you're a confident HR leader with a passion for partnering in complex operational settings and want to make a genuine impact in the manufacturing sector — we’d love to hear from you on 0483945151 or email belindapilarski@westrecruitment.com.au