About the Opportunity Based in Henderson, the Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) is a trusted advisor to leaders across designated business areas, delivering strategic and operational people solutions. Partnering closely with stakeholders, you will provide expert advice across a broad range of employee and workplace matters, driving Human Resource initiatives that support workforce performance, engagement, and Austal's business objectives.

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. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.

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 and workers.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

This is your prospect to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What's Involved

- Provide expert advice and coaching to leaders on employee relations matters, including performance management, conduct, grievances and disciplinary processes.
- Lead and support workplace investigations, ensuring matters are managed fairly, consistently, and in line with company policies and employment legislation.
- Coordinate and manage employee lifecycle activities, including promotions, transfers, secondments,



and terminations.
- Partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Support the implementation of People & Culture programs, policies, and organisational change projects that enhance business performance and culture.

You'll Need

- Diploma or higher qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline, with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a HR Business Partner, Advisor, or similar role.
- Solid understanding of employment legislation, industrial relations, and the interpretation of Awards, Agreements, and other industrial instruments.
- Proven experience in workplace investigations, employee relations, policy development, and managing complex people matters.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, coaching, and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
- Experience in workforce planning and organisational initiatives, ideally within construction, manufacturing, engineering, defence, or other project-based environments.
- Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work setting.
- 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. Veterans are also encouraged to apply. Learn more at https://www.austaljobs.com/australia

📌 HR Business Partner (Henderson)
🏢 Austal
📍 Henderson