HR Business Partner

Vinidex Pty Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Annual bonus

Parental leave

EAP

DEI council

Job summary

Vinidex Pty Ltd, part of the Aliaxis Group, seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to support operations across APAC from the Smithfield site. You will partner with leaders to implement people strategies, coach on performance and engagement, and navigate industrial relations within a manufacturing network.

The role emphasizes partner-level influence, workforce planning, change initiatives and governance across Enterprise Agreements, with hybrid work options and travel domestically as required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a Human Resources Business Partner or similar generalist HR role.
• Experience partnering with leaders in manufacturing or operational environments.
• Strong employee relations capability with workplace coaching.
• Exposure to industrial relations and unionised environments.
• Experience supporting organisational change and workforce planning.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver people strategies aligned to business goals.
• Coach leaders on performance management and engagement.
• Advise on employee relations matters, investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Support industrial relations initiatives and Enterprise Agreements.
• Lead workforce planning, organisational design and transformation initiatives.
• Drive performance reviews, talent reviews and remuneration programs.
• Use workforce data to inform decisions and identify improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Employee relations

Coaching

Communication

Leadership

HRIS knowledge

Education

HR/Business degree

Tools

Workday

Workable

Job description

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy. We are a global leader in high-quality piping and fitting solutions, focused on sustainability, innovation and performance, with over 15,000 employees across 40+ countries and 80 manufacturing sites worldwideVinidexFor more than 70 years, Vinidex has set the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions across building, infrastructure, agriculture and civil markets. We make life flow by connecting water, gas and energy across Australia with innovative, high-quality products.As part of the Aliaxis Group, we are proud to contribute to global sustainability outcomes while creating a safe, inclusive and engaging workplace. Our behaviours guide everything we do:We Care for the environment, our customers and each otherWe Dare to challenge the status quo and learn fastWe Deliver by taking accountability for our actionsAbout the RoleSmithfield location, hybrid role, WFH available8 Manufacturing sites Australia wideOpportunity to make a real impact in a business where people partnership is valued and trusted.We're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our APAC HR team and partner closely with operational leaders across our manufacturing network. This is a hands-on role where you'll balance strategic thinking with practical execution, helping leaders build capable teams, navigate workplace challenges and deliver business outcomes.If you're energised by working in operational environments, influencing leaders and making a tangible impact on people and business performance, we'd love to hear from you.Key responsibilities include:Partner with operational and functional leaders to deliver people strategies aligned to business goals.Coach and support leaders on performance management, leadership effectiveness, employee engagement and team development.Provide expert advice on employee relations matters, workplace investigations, performance issues, grievances and disciplinary processes.Support industrial relations initiatives, including the interpretation and implementation of Enterprise Agreements and workplace legislation.Contribute to bargaining preparation, implementation planning and broader industrial relations activities where required.Drive key people processes including performance reviews, talent reviews, succession planning and remuneration programs.Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organisational design and business transformation initiatives.Support the implementation of enterprise-wide HR programs, including leadership development, learning initiatives, DE&I and employee engagement activities.Use people insights and workforce data to inform decision-making and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Foster a positive, inclusive and safety-focused culture across manufacturing operations.About YouYou are a pragmatic and relationship-focused HR professional who enjoys working closely with leaders to solve problems, build capability and support organisational success.You will bring:Demonstrated experience in a Human Resources Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role.Experience partnering with leaders in manufacturing, industrial, operational or similarly complex workforce environments.Strong employee relations capability, with experience managing workplace matters and coaching leaders through people challenges.Exposure to industrial relations and unionised environments, including Enterprise Agreement interpretation and implementation.Experience supporting organisational change, workforce planning and business transformation initiatives.Proven ability to influence and build credibility with leaders and stakeholders at all levels.A commercial mindset and the ability to balance people outcomes with business needs.Excellent communication, coaching and relationship-building skills.Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.Experienced with HRIS systems such as Workday or Workable is advantageousWillingness to travel domestically as required.Why Join Us? We CareHybrid working available with flexible work opportunitiesAnnual performance bonus program to reward your contributionA commitment to a safe working environment with “Go for Zero”Work for a business that cares about sustainability and impactIndustry-leading paid parental leaveEmployee Assistance Program for you & your familyRecognition programs and service awardsMentoring opportunities to grow your careerJoin our global DEI council and make a differenceCareer development opportunities locally and globally.For more information about this role, please contact Carla Treuer on 61+ 0497 323 252 or via LinkedIn.Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company’s “Growth with Purpose” strategy.For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!