Senior HR Business Partner IR/ER

Melbourne, Australia

Human Resources – Human Resources /

Full-time /

Hybrid

About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Role Overview

As the Senior HR Business Partner, you will provide expertise to shape, lead and deliver a broad range of people initiatives with a focus on employee and industrial relations initiatives — from developing frameworks and policies to managing workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and union engagement. This role partners closely with leaders and employees to align people strategies with organisational goals, foster a positive workplace culture, and ensure compliance with employment legislation while supporting a safe, fair, and productive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with leaders across the business to design and implement people strategies that align with organisational goals and workforce needs.

Provide expert guidance on employee and industrial relations, including conflict resolution, organisational design, workforce planning, and talent management.

Develop and implement the organisation's ER and IR frameworks, policies, and procedures to strengthen compliance and consistency.

Build and manage constructive relationships with labour unions and employee representatives, proactively engaging to resolve issues and minimise risk.

Collaborate with HR Business Partners to conduct thorough workplace investigations and recommend appropriate outcomes.

Coach and support managers and employees, building capability and fostering a fair and inclusive workplace culture.

Monitor changes to employment legislation and industrial instruments, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Represent the organisation in labour disputes, negotiations, and hearings, protecting business continuity and mitigating risk.

Contribute to wider HR initiatives and projects, including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion programs and activities that enhance the end-to-end employee experience.

Qualifications & Experience

Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.

Demonstrated experience in Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR), with the ability to manage complex cases.

Proven ability to operate in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, with a "roll up your sleeves" approach.

Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively across business units.

Excellent communication, influencing, and diplomacy skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Experience managing union relationships, working within unionised environments, with industry-specific experience highly regarded.

Solid understanding of employment legislation, labor laws, and compliance requirements.

Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution capabilities.

Ability to coach and support managers and employees at all levels.

Advantageous: Industry experience in sectors with active union presence (e.g., energy, infrastructure, construction, or manufacturing).

• • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering support for both personal and professional growth
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options to support your lifestyle
• Generous Paid Parental Leave, empowering you to balance family and work (eligible employees only)
• Mobile phone allowance for staying connected with ease
• Opportunities to benefit from performance-based bonus schemes, celebrating your contributions
• A collaborative and innovative work environment designed to nurture your success and personal growth

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.