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Factory HR Business Partner

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Tatura, Victoria, AustraliaFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Tatura, Victoria, Australia
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Unilever is hiring a Factory HR Business Partner. The HR Business Partner, a key member of the site leadership team, shapes and executes the site's strategic direction. This role delivers high-impact HR leadership and advisory services to management and employees, drives cultural transformation, and liaises with Head Office to align with global and local people strategies.

Key focus areas include Partner with site leadership to foster a high-performance culture, Partner with site leadership to design and deliver HR site priorities, and Deliver HR processes and policies that align with site-specific business goals.

Successful candidates bring Tertiary Qualifications In Related Field, HR Generalist Experience, and HR Business Partner Experience. Important skills include HR Leadership, Advisory Services, Cultural Transformation, HR Strategy, High-Performance Culture, and HR Processes And Policies. Preferred (not required): Recruitment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HR LeadershipAdvisory ServicesCultural TransformationHR StrategyHigh-Performance CultureHR Processes and PoliciesHR Project ManagementWorkforce Metrics and Data ValidationRecruitmentOnboardingCoachingFeedbackBusiness IntegrityWorkplace Issue ManagementGrievance ManagementInvestigationsDisciplinary ActionsEnterprise Agreement NegotiationsUnion LiaisonFair Work LegislationEqual Employment OpportunityEmployment ContractsRelationship BuildingIssue ResolutionEA Interpretation and ApplicationPayroll Accuracy and ComplianceTraining Budget OversightStructured Training ActivitiesHealth and Well-Being Budget OversightWellbeing CampaignsRecognition EventsEngagement ActivitiesEmployment LegislationCompliance RequirementsCommunicationMS Office

Qualifications

Tertiary Qualifications in Related FieldHR Generalist ExperienceHR Business Partner ExperienceFactory Environment Experience

Full job description

JOB TITLE: FACTORY HR BUSINESS PARTNER

LOCATION: TATURA, AUSTRALIA/SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

**While the preferred location for this role is Tatura, we welcome applications from qualified candidates based in Sydney.

JOB PURPOSE

As a key member of the site leadership team, the HR Business Partner plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the site's strategic direction. This includes delivering high-impact HR leadership and advisory services to both management and employees, driving cultural transformation, and serving as a critical liaison with Head Office functions to ensure alignment with global and local people strategies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy

  • Partner with site leadership to foster a high-performance culture

  • Partner with site leadership to design and deliver HR site priorities

  • Deliver HR processes and policies that align with site-specific business goals.

  • Deliver HR projects that align with the Factory Master Plan and global initiatives.

Performance

  • Validate workforce metrics and data for the site.

  • Facilitate site recruitment and onboarding activities

  • Provide comprehensive HR support to all site leaders and employees.

  • Drive continuous improvement through coaching and feedback.

  • Act in the capacity of Business Integrity Officer for the site.

Industrial Relations

  • Manage complex workplace issues, including grievances, investigations, and disciplinary actions, with professionalism and compliance.

  • Facilitate site Enterprise Agreement (EA) negotiations.

  • Key liaison with union representatives.

  • Monitor and address legal compliance across Fair Work legislation, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and employment contracts.

  • Build positive, transparent relationships with union and employee representatives, fostering mutual trust and proactive issue resolution.

  • Provide expert advice on the interpretation and application of the EA, Fair Work legislation, and site policies.

  • Support audits as required.

Payroll, Systems & Compliance

  • Oversee end-to-end payroll accuracy and compliance for EBA employees, including audit of pay classifications, backpay, and allowances.

  • Support compliance with Global requirements.

Other

  • Oversee the training budget and structured training activities for the site.

  • Oversee the health and well-being budget and facilitate associated activities for the site.

  • Coordinate site wellbeing campaigns, recognition events, and engagement activities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES:

Mandatory:

  • Tertiary qualifications in any related field.

  • Previous HR generalist or business partner experience.

  • Strong understanding of employment legislation and compliance requirements.

  • Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organisation.

  • Strong MS Office experience.

Desirable

  • Previous experience working in a factory environment.

ARE YOU INTERESTED?

Please apply online and add your updated resume. Your application will be reviewed against our requirements and we will be in touch to provide you with an update on the status of your application if shortlisted.

There’s more to Unilever than the role. Discover our people, culture, and everyday life on our Life at Unilever: https://careers.unilever.com/en/australia-and-new-zealand?utm\_source=Workday+&utm\_medium=Job+Ad&utm\_campaign=GAI+

Unilever is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.

This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities.

At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! We encourage you to advise us at the time of your application if you require any reasonable adjustment so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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Job Category: Human Resources

Job Type: Full time

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