HR Business Partner - Centurion

Peabody Energy, Inc.; Moranbah; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight roster

Residential options (Moranbah) / FIFO

Relocation assistance

Modern accommodation village

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Program

Novated leasing

Live Local benefits

Employee recognition programs

Site allowances

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Peabody Energy's Centurion Mine in Queensland is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to deliver generalist HR support across the employee lifecycle, partnering with operations to drive people outcomes and a safe, productive workplace.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will handle employee relations, investigations and compliance, build leadership capability, maintain HR data integrity and collaborate with Payroll and Talent Acquisition to streamline processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in generalist HR role within mining, resources, heavy industry or civil construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations and enterprise agreement interpretation.
• Demonstrated experience coaching and influencing leaders across a broad range of people matters.
• Experience managing workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely advice on enterprise agreement interpretation, HR policies, procedures and employment matters.
• Coach and support leaders to effectively manage people issues and develop capability in best practice HR, ER and IR processes.
• Assist with workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary matters, ensuring compliance and procedural fairness.
• Partner with operational leaders to drive employee engagement, workforce culture and communication initiatives.
• Maintain HR data integrity, reporting and employee records to support business and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Talent Acquisition and site stakeholders to deliver seamless people processes.
• Support workforce planning, employee lifecycle activities and organisational initiatives across the operation.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within HR systems, processes and compliance frameworks.
• Promote and role model a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace aligned with Peabody values.
• Contribute to the achievement of business objectives through effective stakeholder engagement and people-focused solutions.

Skills

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

HR policies

Coaching leaders

Workplace investigations

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related discipline

Job description

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Title: HR Business Partner - Centurion

State: QLD

Country/Region: AU

Postal Code: 4743

Department: HR Operations

Centurion is more than a mine, it's a mission.

Owned and operated by Peabody, Centurion is our flagship operation in the Australian coal sector. We are a team united by a pursuit of excellence and a determination to make a lasting mark. By investing in the best people and world-class equipment, we are setting the highest safety and production standards in the industry.

At Peabody, we take pride in producing the premium metallurgical coal essential for the world's steelmaking and infrastructure. We are committed to reviving this world-class operation, with longwall coal production commenced in 2026. With a 25+ year mine life, Centurion is positioned to lead the future of underground coal mining through safety, innovation and operational excellence.

The Opportunity

Peabody is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team at Centurion Mine, located approximately 160 kilometres west of Mackay.

Reporting to the HR Manager, you will provide high-quality generalist HR support across the employee lifecycle while partnering with operational leaders to drive people outcomes, build leadership capability and support a safe, productive and values-driven workplace. This is a key role focused on employee relations, workforce engagement, compliance and continuous improvement across the operation.

Your Impact

• Provide accurate and timely advice on enterprise agreement interpretation, HR policies, procedures and employment matters.
• Coach and support leaders to effectively manage people issues and develop capability in best practice HR, ER and IR processes.
• Assist with workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary matters, ensuring compliance and procedural fairness.
• Partner with operational leaders to drive employee engagement, workforce culture and communication initiatives.
• Maintain HR data integrity, reporting and employee records to support business and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Talent Acquisition and site stakeholders to deliver seamless people processes.
• Support workforce planning, employee lifecycle activities and organisational initiatives across the operation.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within HR systems, processes and compliance frameworks.
• Promote and role model a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace aligned with Peabody values.
• Contribute to the achievement of business objectives through effective stakeholder engagement and people-focused solutions.

About You

You are a proactive HR professional with strong employee relations capability, excellent stakeholder management skills and a passion for supporting leaders and employees in a dynamic operational environment.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience in a generalist HR role within mining, resources, heavy industry or civil construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations and enterprise agreement interpretation.
• Demonstrated experience coaching and influencing leaders across a broad range of people matters.
• Experience managing workplace investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Strong organisational, prioritisation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems.
• A collaborative, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
• A strong commitment to safety, inclusion and company values.

What's on Offer

• 9-day fortnight roster (Monday to Friday, Monday to Thursday).
• Flexible residential (Moranbah), DIDO or FIFO from Brisbane arrangements.
• Domestic relocation assistance available in accordance with company policy.
• Modern accommodation village with premium facilities and meals.
• Onsite gym, fitness facilities and group fitness classes.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.
• Novated leasing options and WHEREFIT lifestyle benefits.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Site allowances and Live Local benefits.
• Ongoing learning, career development and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to influence workforce culture and people outcomes at a world-class underground mining operation.
• Long-term career stability with a world-class operation and significant mine life.

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, employing approximately 5,300 people across operations in the United States and Australia, serving customers in 18 countries. Our commitment to sustainability shapes our future and underpins everything we do.

We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful work environment and invest in the growth and development of our people. Safety is our first value, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees are recognised, supported and empowered to succeed.

Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.