Senior HR Business Partner

1 day ago

Mascot New South Wales, Australia Sydney Airport Full time $100,000 - $140,000 per year

MAKE IT MEANINGFUL. MAKE IT AMAZING.

At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you.

As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we're creating a destination of amazing experiences. Like seeing wonderful moments unfold in front of you, knowing "I made that possible".

Dynamic. Fast paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.

As smart problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that's easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge.

Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there's never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport. The range of responsibilities and diverse pathways you can take on with us, are surprising.

We are SYD. United in the pride that comes with welcoming the world at Australia's premier gateway.

About the People Team

Our People team is the heartbeat of our culture. We shape the employee experience, drive capability, and deliver practical, commercial solutions that help our teams thrive. We work cross-functionally, always considering diverse perspectives to deliver outstanding people outcomes.

About the Role

As a Senior HR Business Partner, you'll be the force behind our people agenda, partnering with leaders to shape culture, build capability, and drive performance. You'll align people strategies with business goals, coach leaders, and lead initiatives that make a real impact.

This is a dynamic, generalist role where you'll be a trusted advisor, change champion, and data-driven decision maker.

What You'll Do

  • Partner with Senior Leaders and the broader People Team to deliver key outcomes across design, talent, engagement, and performance
  • Coach leaders to build capability and deliver people programs with impact
  • Lead and manage ER matters end-to-end
  • Design and deliver people initiatives focused on innovation and continuous improvement
  • Use data to generate insights that shape decisions and drive results
  • Build strong, collaborative relationships across the business
  • Interpret and apply legislation, policies, and the Sydney Airport Enterprise Agreement
  • Contribute to cross-functional projects and working groups

About You

You're a seasoned HR professional with a commercial mindset and a human centred approach. You thrive in fast-paced environments, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in HR or a related field
  • Proven experience in senior HR roles within complex, operational and commercial settings
  • Strong ER/IR knowledge and experience with enterprise agreements
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills
  • Resilience, adaptability, and a drive to lead from the front
  • A passion for improving the employee experience and delivering results

Why SYD?

Explore our flexible work culture, employee benefits, and vibrant team life on the Sydney Airport Careers page and LinkedIn Sydney Airport: Life page.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations Australians and culturally diverse communities.

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