Human Resources Business Partner

1 day ago

Perth WA, Australia Austal Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Opportunity

As a vital part of our Human Resources (HR) team for Austal Defence Australia, you won't just be supporting our operations—you'll be at the core of them. You'll be a trusted expert, providing top-tier HR/IR advice that drives business success and helps us build the team of the future. You'll collaborate across the entire HR team to deliver seamless service, partner with our stakeholders to drive our culture, and help shape an organisation that's ready for anything.

This is your chance to be a part of a truly significant national effort.

About Austal

Austal is Australia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators, with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We're driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry. This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. Learn more at

What's Involved

  • Provide a professional HR business partnering service to line managers across the entire employee life cycle.
  • First point of contact and intermediary for line managers and employees.
  • Coach line managers on people management practices.
  • Implement HR-related programs including, but not limited to, value-adding employee development initiatives, delivering information sessions on core HR activities, and assisting stakeholders with HR processes and systems.
  • Consult and support line managers in relation to grievances and disciplinary issues including performance and/or conduct, and conduct, where required, investigations.
  • Develop line manager knowledge and capability in people management matters.

You'll Need

  • Relevant qualifications in Human Resources or a related field, or significant experience in a similar role.
  • A demonstrated working knowledge of employment law and industrial relations legislation, including interpreting and applying a range of industrial instruments.
  • Experience in developing and implementing people-related policies and procedures.
  • Previous hands-on experience leading workplace investigations, making recommendations, and assisting in solving complex problems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including well-developed negotiation and influencing capabilities.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal, we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations, and as such, we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with disability to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

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