HR Business Partner - Mining Contractor (Drive-In/Out)

About the role

A mining contractor is seeking an experienced HR generalist, Senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner for a site-based, hands-on generalist role focused on employee relations and case management. The position works closely with leaders to give practical advice and support across the full employee lifecycle. Previous mining experience is not essential; it suits an HR professional from an operational, industrial or fast-paced environment, or someone wanting to build site-based experience.

Key responsibilities

• Manage employee relations cases from enquiry to resolution, consistently, professionally and on time
• Support and coach leaders on performance, conduct, disciplinary, grievance and workplace matters
• Conduct and support workplace investigations, including gathering information, documentation and recommendations
• Advise on the interpretation and application of employment legislation, policies, procedures and conditions
• Proactively identify and address people, performance and workforce issues with leaders
• Support performance management and development, and generalist HR support from onboarding to exit
• Support recruitment, mobilisation, onboarding and internal employee movements
• Assist with workforce planning, organisational change and position management
• Support employee engagement, retention and workforce initiatives
• Work with payroll and other stakeholders on employee queries, maintain HR records and case files, and improve HR processes
• Build leadership capability through coaching and contribute to People & Culture projects

Required profile

• Experienced HR generalist comfortable with a varied portfolio of employee matters
• Sound case management capability and confidence working with leaders
• Recent exposure to the Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards for Australia is essential
• Mining or resources experience is not essential; construction, manufacturing, transport, logistics or heavy industry experience transfers well
• Approachable, resilient and solution-focused, able to build credibility across the workforce

What we offer

• Choice of 8:6, 5:2/4:3 or 4:3/4:3 drive-in/drive-out roster
• Hands-on operational HR experience in the mining sector

To express interest, candidates are asked to contact the recruiter with their resume.