Senior HR Advisor

• Fixed Term 6-month contract
• Stunning Melbourne - Abbotsford office location
• Impactful work across diverse portfolios.

About the Role

If you're looking for a role that puts your HR expertise at the heart of impactful work—and lets you take ownership from day one—this role is for you We're on the lookout for a dynamic Senior HR Advisor (SHRA) for a fixed term 6-month contract located at our International Engineering and Technology Hub in Abbotsford, Victoria.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on complexity, loves a challenge, and is driven to make things happen. This is not a role where you wait for direction. It's one for the motivated self-starter, the dependable operator who embodies our value of Own and Deliver. You'll hit the ground running, trusted to work independently while making a genuine difference.

In this critical role embedded within our regionally-based Strategic People Partnership Team, you'll be the first line of contact for our leaders and employees. You'll be their go-to partner—offering trusted coaching, insight, and support on everything from performance and misconduct matters to business restructuring and change initiatives. As a key connector between line managers and our People Services Team, you'll ensure our workforce is supported with sound advice and strong HR practices that reflect our values and comply with evolving legislation.

You will navigate complex awards, agreements and policies to guide decisions that balance business need with fair process. Whether it's providing advice on a grievance, advising on a new team structure, or interpreting legislative change, you're not just following procedures. You're shaping how we lead people well.

If you enjoy the autonomy to lead your own work but never feel far from a supportive team, if you're energised by diverse challenges and love the nitty-gritty of HR done right—we'd love to meet you.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
• Post secondary qualification in Human Resources such or equivalent demonstrated relevant experience.
• Experience interpreting legislation, regulations, Awards and Industrial Agreements together with policy and procedures to provide high quality and pragmatic HR advice.
• Excellent communication, consulting and interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and proven ability in developing trusted business relationships at all levels to gain support and influence outcomes.

What we offer you

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
• You'll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You'll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the 'Apply Now' button below.

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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Baseline Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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