Senior HR Business Partner

Lockheed Martin; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to act as a trusted advisor to Engineering and Technology leaders, delivering end-to-end HR support to enable mission success across complex programs.

You will work in a regulated global organisation, translating workforce data into action, aligning people strategies with operational priorities, and leading workforce planning, talent, performance, and employee relations.

Qualifications

• Senior HR Business Partner with Defence industry experience.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain Australian Defence security clearance.
• Experience partnering with Engineering and Technology leaders.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering and Technology leaders to deliver aligned HR solutions across the employee lifecycle.
• Provide operational HR advice balancing business needs with compliance.
• Lead workforce planning, talent, performance, engagement, and retention activities.
• Drive effective performance management practices to improve outcomes.
• Operate within matrix organisations navigating complexity and priorities.
• Manage complex employee relations matters with sound judgement and integrity.
• Build trusted relationships to influence decision-making at all levels.
• Translate workforce data into actionable strategies.
• Collaborate with Centres of Expertise to implement enterprise programs locally.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organisational framework.

Skills

HRBP

Stakeholder management

Talent management

Workforce planning

Performance management

Job description

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders, delivering end-to-end generalist HR support that enables business and mission success. You will partner closely with our Engineering and Technology functional leaders, providing strategic and operational HR advice to support workforce capability, organisational effectiveness, talent, performance, and delivery across critical programs.

Operating in a complex, highly regulated large global organisation, you will work closely with stakeholders to align people strategies with operational priorities, strengthen workforce capability, and support the delivery of complex engineering, systems engineering and technology programs.

This role combines strategic influence with hands-on delivery, offering the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, purpose-driven work while collaborating within a high-performing, values-led HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering and Technology leaders to deliver aligned, practical people solutions across the full employee lifecycle
• Provide operational HR advice, balancing business needs with compliance and governance requirements
• Lead and support core HR activities including workforce planning, talent, performance, engagement, and retention
• Drive effective performance management practices to enhance individual and team outcomes
• Operate effectively within matrix organisational structures, navigating complexity and competing priorities
• Manage complex employee relations matters with sound judgement, discretion, and integrity
• Build strong, trusted relationships to influence and guide decision-making at all levels
• Translate workforce data and insights into actionable strategies
• Collaborate with Centres of Expertise to implement enterprise programs locally
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organisational framework

What you will bring

• Proven HR Business Partner experience within the Defence industry
• Experience partnering with senior Engineering and Technology functional leaders and providing strategic HR advice in complex technical environments
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and experience operating within regulated environments
• Demonstrated understanding of the workforce, capability, talent and organisational requirements associated with engineering and systems engineering environments
• Strong experience in performance management frameworks and driving performance outcomes
• Experience working within matrix organisations and managing competing stakeholder priorities
• Broad capability across core HR disciplines, including talent acquisition, development, performance, employee relations, and workforce planning
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, challenge, and guide stakeholders with confidence

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements:

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace:

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.