HR Business Partner - NSW Operations

CSR Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CSR Limited is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support NSW Operations across sites such as Wetherill Park and Hebel Somersby. This permanent, hands-on role partners with site leaders to drive people outcomes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will lead employee and industrial relations, workforce planning and provide guidance on modern awards and Enterprise Agreements, while coaching leaders to build high-performing teams across a dispersed NSW network.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner in manufacturing/blue-collar environments.
• Strong ER/IR expertise including investigations, performance management and workplace disputes.
• Solid knowledge of Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards, NES and Australian employment law.
• Experience supporting Enterprise Agreement negotiations and bargaining activities.
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to coach, influence and challenge leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a geographically dispersed workforce.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with commercial acumen and resilience.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or Business are highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to provide proactive HR support and strategic people advice.
• Lead and manage complex employee and industrial relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary matters, performance management and grievances.
• Provide guidance on Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards, NES and employment contracts.
• Support Enterprise Agreement negotiations and bargaining activities.
• Coach and influence leaders to build capability and high-performing teams.
• Support organisational change, workforce planning and business transformation initiatives.
• Analyse and present HR metrics to support data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with Centres of Excellence and HR teams to deliver key people initiatives.
• Maintain a strong site presence across the NSW operational network and build trusted relationships.

Skills

ER/IR expertise

Stakeholder management

Organisational change

Workforce planning

Data-driven decision making

Negotiation

Coaching leaders

Autonomous working

Problem solving

Education

HR/business degree

Job description

HR Business Partner - NSW Operations

Build stronger teams. Partner with leaders. Shape the future of manufacturing.

At CSR, we're building solutions for a better future. As one of Australia's leading building products companies, we are committed to creating sustainable value for our customers, employees and communities.

We are currently seeking an experienced and commercially minded HR Business Partner to support our NSW Operations network. This is a permanent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys partnering closely with operational leaders to drive business outcomes.

This role supports multiple sites across NSW, including Wetherill Park (Gyprock & Cemintel), Hebel Somersby, and our broader NSW operational network, requiring flexibility to travel regularly and maintain a strong site presence.

About the Role

As the HR Business Partner, you will be a trusted advisor to leaders across manufacturing and operational teams, providing practical and commercially focused HR support across employee relations, industrial relations, organisational change and workforce planning.

This is a highly visible role suited to someone who enjoys being close to the operation, building strong stakeholder relationships and delivering solutions that drive both people and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to provide proactive HR support and strategic people advice.
• Lead and manage complex employee and industrial relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary matters, performance management and grievances.
• Provide guidance and interpretation on Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards, NES, employment contracts and company policies.
• Support Enterprise Agreement negotiations and bargaining activities.
• Coach and influence leaders to build capability, accountability and high-performing teams.
• Support organisational change, workforce planning and business transformation initiatives.
• Analyse and present HR metrics and insights to support data-driven decision making.
• Collaborate with Centres of Excellence and broader HR teams to deliver key people initiatives.
• Maintain a strong site presence across the NSW operational network and develop trusted relationships with employees and leaders.

What You’ll Bring

• Significant experience as an HR Business Partner within manufacturing, construction, heavy industry, logistics, or another blue-collar operational environment.
• Strong ER/IR expertise, including investigations, performance management and workplace disputes.
• Sound knowledge of Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards, the NES and Australian employment legislation.
• Experience supporting Enterprise Agreement negotiations and bargaining activities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to coach, influence and challenge leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a geographically dispersed workforce.
• Strong problem‑solving capability, resilience and commercial acumen.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and ability to operate autonomously.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

Why CSR?

At CSR, we put people first and provide opportunities to learn, grow and thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment.

You’ll enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Career opportunities across a leading manufacturing business.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
• Access to CSR's employee benefits and wellbeing programs.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave and additional wellbeing initiatives.
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact across a diverse operational workforce.