Partner, People

About UsAt Wyloo, we believe in a future that is truly sustainable - where technology unlocks new horizons and clean energy preserves our planet for every generation to come.
Our vision is to unearth critical minerals, innovate how we mine and process them, and sustain the planet for future generations.
We are committed to the highest standards of safety and environmental sustainability, partnering with First Nations and local communities, and building and supporting a diverse workforce.
We have two nickel mines in Kambalda, Western Australia, the world-class Eagle's Nest nickel, copper, and platinum group element project in the Ring of Fire, Canada, plans for downstream integrated battery materials facilities in Western Australia and Sudbury, Ontario, and a strong growth pipeline with exploration across Australia and Canada.
As part of our commitment to innovatively and sustainably mining and processing critical minerals, we invest in and partner with other businesses across heavy rare earths and gold, including through the Yangibana UJV in Western Australia's Gascoyne region.
As an employer, we support a diverse, inclusive and driven workforce, prioritising safety and wellbeing, and creating opportunities for our people and the communities that they belong to.See more at: The RoleThis is a unique opportunity - a permanent role, working with an experienced, supportive senior P&C leader, with the opportunity to lead the P&C function during a period of parental leave in 2026.
If you are looking for the opportunity to grow your P&C career from P&C advisory to business partnering and management, this is a great opportunity for you We operate in a fast-paced dynamic environment and require a self-driven and energetic professional to fill the role of Partner, People & Culture.
Reporting to the VP People & Culture, the role is responsible for supporting Wyloo's global business across the employee lifecycle.This role requires an understanding of the Australian employment framework, including compliance and best-practice activities, experience supporting a dynamic, high-performing and diverse business across the employee lifecycle, demonstrated success partnering with key internal stakeholders to support their People & Culture needs and strong written and verbal communication, people leadership and project leadership skills.This role also supports our Canadian team, providing P&C advice and guidance to leaders and employees with the support of external advisors.
Some knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the Canadian employment framework is required.This role is best suited to an innovative, driven, compassionate and organised person who enjoys partnering with internal stakeholders and employees and supporting Wyloo to create and maintain a positive, inclusive and safe working environment.DutiesPerformance Management, Remuneration & BenefitsSupport (through design, training and communications) employees and leaders to undertake annual performance review processes in a Values-aligned, bias-free and equitable manner.
Support the CEO and Board to develop, calibrate, review, approve, communicate and process annual performance review structures, processes and outcomes across the global business.
Support the Finance team to generate, review, approve and process payroll across the Australian and Canadian businesses, including fortnightly/monthly pay runs, reporting and compliance audits.
Recruitment, onboarding & offboardingPartner with leaders to identify vacancies and develop recruitment strategies (internal, job boards, search firm partnerships etc.).
Oversee and support leaders through the recruitment process, assisting them to develop job descriptions and job ads, shortlist candidates, develop interview guides, interview candidates and determine final preferred candidates.
Support candidates through the recruitment process, facilitating an equitable and accessible process.
Support leaders and new starters through the onboarding process including pre-employment checks, IT requests, induction programs.
Support leaders and employees through the offboarding process, including where necessary, managing employer-initiated terminations.
Business partneringDevelop a relationship as a trusted advisor in relation to P&C matters to leaders and employees across the global business.
Provide effective, practical advice to leaders and employees to resolve P&C matters in a timely, compliant, consistent and equitable manner.
Support the CEO and Board by identifying and responding to P&C trends across the global business, including retention, engagement, diversity & inclusion and organisational development.
Compliance & reportingManage a calendar of compliance activities across pay, equity and contracting to ensure Wyloo remains a compliant, best practice employer in Australia and Canada.
Generate, analyse and provide relevant information and reporting to leaders, the CEO and Board in relation to P&C matters.
Generate, analyse and provide relevant information and reporting in relation to mandatory reporting processes where applicable e.g.
WGEA, ABS job vacancy statistics.
Support other Corporate Services functions (Legal, Communications, Finance, IT) to ensure their systems and processes remain compliant in respect of P&C e.g.
internal communications, psychosocial safety, governance documentation relevant to employees.
Learning & developmentIdentify, manage and communicate group or business-wide learning & development opportunities based on compliance or trend-based need.
Maintain a register of completed and/or outstanding training requirements according to role/level.
Support leaders and employees to identify and access individual development opportunities.
Support leaders to identify and manage high potential talent and succession planning processes.
Maintain and contribute to the online LMS database of training modules.
Support leaders to identify training needs owned by their department (Legal, Finance, IT) and support them to develop and implement these training needs.
Diversity, equity and inclusionSupport the implementation of Wyloo's DEI Strategy.
Support and progress achievement of Wyloo's Gender Equity Goals.
Identify and develop opportunities to educate employees about, and celebrate, diverse groups within the community, as appropriate to the business unit.
Ensure that diversity, equity and inclusion is considered in all employee-related decision making across the business (recruitment, promotion, learning & development, reward & recognition, governance etc.).
Commitment to purposeDelivering on responsibilities in a manner that achieves outcomes and demonstrates Wyloo's Values.
Ensuring work contributes to Wyloo's strategy and commitment.
Ways of workingContributing to the development of People & Culture governance with the Wyloo team to appropriately manage and mitigate material risks.
Ensure personal compliance and reporting standards are maintained in accordance with all relevant policies and procedures.
About YouTertiary qualifications in human resource management, organisational psychology, law or commerce desirable but not required.
At least 3-5 years' experience in a mid-level People & Culture role (Advisor, junior Business Partner, Generalist) - this role is an opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their P&C career to a Business Partnering role.
P&C projects experience e.g.
compliance audits, performance management frameworks, remuneration & incentive design, learning & development framework and diversity, equity and inclusion strategy highly desirable.
Willingness and ability to support the Canadian business, which requires flexible working hours to accommodate calls and meetings across time zones.
Ability to work seamlessly across multiple HR systems and platforms including HRIS and payroll for Australia and Canada.
A hands-on, practical mindset and willingness to roll up your sleeves and take ownership of your work (especially given small team size).
Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
Ability to work productively independently and as part of a team.
Analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
Strong organisational, time management abilities and an ability to prioritise.
Outstanding attention to detail.
Ability to form trusted relationships and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to demonstrate the Wyloo culture and live by our values.
Next StepsPlease attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in taking up this opportunity and joining the Wyloo teamWyloo embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity.
We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
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