LOCATION: Kalgoorlie, WA
ROSTER: 9/5 (available in FIFO or Residential)
PACKAGE: Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Site Allowance + Insurance + Private Health + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits
ABOUT NORTON GOLD FIELDS
Norton Gold Fields Pty Ltd is one of Australia's leading domestic gold producers, with recent annual production of over 260,000 ounces. The Company has a mining and processing complex in Western Australia's world-class Kalgoorlie gold region, including a highly prospective tenement package of more than 1,000km² surrounding the 3.9Mtpa Paddington Mill and Binduli North Heap Leach Project.
Our vision is to be the leading gold producer, setting the industry benchmark in safety, teamwork, innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you an experienced Employee Relations professional ready to make a meaningful impact? Norton Gold Fields is seeking a Senior ER/IR Specialist to provide expert onsite HR, industrial, and employee relations support across our mining operations.
In this pivotal role, you'll act as the key advisor to managers and employees on complex HR matters — from performance management, disciplinary processes, and investigations to enterprise bargaining and union engagement. You will lead ER/IR initiatives that promote a fair, compliant, and positive workplace culture while ensuring alignment with company strategy and the Fair Work framework.
KEY DUTIES AND TASKS
* Lead and deliver comprehensive ER and IR advisory services to all departments.
* Partner closely with operational and corporate leaders to align people strategies with business outcomes.
* Oversee complex workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, and grievance management with professionalism and confidentiality.
* Drive enterprise bargaining strategy and execution, including stakeholder engagement, negotiation, voting, and registration processes.
* Provide expert advice on employment law, Fair Work compliance, and industrial instruments.
* Manage relationships with unions, ensuring constructive dialogue and resolution of workplace issues.
* Develop and review HR policies, contracts, and procedures to ensure best practice and legal compliance.
* Mentor and guide HR Advisors and site-based HR representatives to build internal capability.
* Generate and interpret HR metrics to identify trends, recommend interventions, and support organisational improvement.
* Champion a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement across all levels of the business.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related discipline.
* 5+ years' experience in ER/IR roles within the mining or heavy industry sectors.
* In-depth knowledge of the Fair Work Act and the Australian industrial relations framework.
* Proven record in handling complex employee relations, investigations, and enterprise agreements.
* Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
* Sound understanding of HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
* Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a fast-paced operational environment.
BENEFITS
* Permanent full-time role with an immediate start.
* Excellent remuneration package with additional allowances.
* Receive a $12k residential allowance per annum in residential positions.
* Receive a targeted 15% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary.
* Fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover or allowance up to $5k.
* Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance or allowance up to $2.4k.
* Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service, and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
APPLY NOW...
This can be your new beginning at a company that values its people and celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.
Norton is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Australian Government's Workplace Gender Equality Agency. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our roles, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability.