Senior HR Advisor/ HR Specialist

Senior HR Advisor/ HR Specialist

• Perth, Western Australia
• Human Resources
• Permanent, full-time

The company

PHI is a global leader in helicopter services. In the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, PHI takes on some of the most challenging assignments in aviation to deliver high quality helicopter support for energy customers and search and rescue authorities.

We are one of the safest helicopter operators anywhere in the world, as every flight we take is guided by our core values of Safe, Efficient, Quality, Service.

About the role

Our team is growing, and we have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior HR Advisor/ HR Specialist to join us, based in West Perth

Reporting to the Director of HR– APAC, the Senior HR Advisor/ HR Specialist will provide specialist HR advise around development of internal staff, implement system improvements with the HRIS system and provide ER and IR guidance and improvement plans. Your experience in working in an operational HR environment will set you up for success, along with exposure to enterprise agreement interpretation.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Provide advice and support on all ER/IR matters and ensure that PHI complies with employment related legislation
• Formulate and recommend HR policies and objectives for the company with regard to employee relations that are cost effective and practical.
• Proactively identify other people related areas where PHI could improve and enhance performance.
• Design, develop and execute best-practice initiatives for core human resources policies and programs, including succession and career planning, performance appraisals, recruitment, onboarding and employee retention.
• Be involved in collective / enterprise bargaining employment negotiation processes Apply proactive, fresh thinking around existing HR systems and practices with a view to continually optimising efficiency, better managing risk and continuously improving PHI International's performance.
• Work closely with Payroll/HR Administration to undertake administrative processes involved in HR including, but not limited to recruitment, induction, performance management and exit processes as required.
• Ensure HR policies and process are placed on the intranet for easy access for managers and staff.
• Coach managers and provide ongoing support through handling employee relation issues.
• Provide HR advice and support to managers as required to ensure the organisation is in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations in relation to Employment.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Qualification in HR or related field, or significant relevant experience in an HR advisory capacity.
• Demonstrated IR / ER experience and a thorough understanding of Award interpretation and the Fair Work Act.
• Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organisational planning, organisation development, employee relations, safety, and training and development. Preferable across multiple jurisdictions, including New Zealand and Australia.
• Background in HRIS system improvements advantageous.
• Generalist HR experience across all or most facets, preferably with commercial acumen.

About you:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to form and maintain relationships with staff at all levels.
• Strong customer service focus with the ability to work in a team environment and autonomously.
• Well-developed sense of self-motivation and determination to resolve issues and solve problems effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail.

By joining our team, you will work in a rewarding and professional environment, with a diverse team of people sharing ideas and experiences.

We offer an employee benefits package and access to a comprehensive wellbeing platform.

If this position sounds right for you, please register through our PHI Career Centre and follow the steps to complete an application. If you have any questions about this position, please contact: -

Applications close Friday, 14 November 2025. PHI reserves the right to commence shortlisting and remove the job advertisement prior to this date.

Please note that agency submissions will not be accepted at this time.