Lead, Human Resources (HRBP)

Aster Chemicals and Energy Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemicals and energy provider in Singapore is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to engage with Jurong site leaders and drive HR initiatives. This role encompasses talent management, industrial relations, and compliance with local regulations. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of HR experience, particularly in a business partnering role, and strong skills in stakeholder management and influencing. Join us to shape the future of the organization within a dynamic landscape.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of HR experience with a business partner focus.
• Experience in unionised environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with Singapore’s employment regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Jurong site leaders to implement people strategy.
• Support talent management and growth for emerging leaders.
• Ensure compliance with internal IR standards.

Skills

Stakeholder partnership

Talent management

HR compliance

Influencing skills

Agility in change management

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

About Aster

Aster Chemicals and Energy (Aster) is a leading provider of chemical and energy solutions in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Aster is a joint venture led by Chandra Asri in partnership with Glencore Group. Building on the foundations of Singapore’s first oil refinery, our facilities on Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island serve as the nation’s hub for integrated refining and petrochemical production. Aster Bukom operates a 237,000 barrels per day refinery and a 1.1 million tonne per year ethylene cracker, while Aster Jurong Island produces essential petrochemicals that support industries across the region.

With over 60 years of heritage, Aster is shaping the future by driving progress and creating new opportunities for our people. From advancing energy solutions to driving petrochemical innovation, we welcome you to join us in our journey that reflects our commitment to sustainability and operational excellence in an evolving industry landscape.

Together, we can achieve more — come be a part of it.

About the job

The role provides HR Business Partnering with primary focus on the Jurong sites, while also working closely with other HRBPs / IRER Lead across the wider organisation. It is responsible for driving the people agenda through strong stakeholder partnership, hands‑on people advisory, and an embedded presence within the business. It also supports Aster’s Industrial Relations (IR) agenda by coordinating IR matters at the site level to reflect a grounded HR approach, being actively engaged with teams, integrated into daily operations, and consistently present to support employees and managers alike.

Job Descriptions

HR Business Partnering

• Partner closely with Jurong site leaders to activate the people strategy in alignment with business and operational needs.

• Champion the talent agenda by working with the managers and teams to:

  • Identify and plan succession for leadership and critical roles.

  • Support the growth of emerging leaders and strengthen graduate talent pipelines.

• Collaborate with site leaders on organisation design, workforce planning, and change efforts by providing grounded HR advance and support throughout implementation.

• Represent HR in site leadership and cross‑functional forums, ensuring people considerations are embedded in business decisions.

• Partner with Centres of Expertise (COEs) to co‑create and implement integrated HR solutions across reward, talent, learning, and employee experience.

Talent, Culture, and Capability Development

• Work with internal stakeholders to build a strong culture of performance, accountability, and engagement.

• Participant in graduate and capability development programmes.

• Industrial Relations

• Partner with line managers and HR colleagues to ensure consistent and fair application of IR practices.

• Support compliance with internal IR standards and Singapore’s employment regulations.

• Work in close partnership with the IR Lead & GM, HR on broader IR matters, including union engagement and strategy.

External Stakeholder Management

• Represent the organisation in HR- or IR‑related forums and external engagements relevant to site operations.

Job Requirements

• A degree in Human Resources or a related field.

• Typically brings around 5-10 years of broad HR experience, including significant time in a business partnering capacity.

• Background in unionised environments is highly beneficial.

• Familiarity with Singapore’s employment regulations and tripartite practices is important for navigating the local landscape.

• Strong ability driving hands‑on execution to support, and address if needed, site level initiatives, IR coordination and workforce planning.

• Skilled in influencing and building trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation.

• Adaptable and composed in fast‑paced or complex settings ensuring agility needed to navigate change efforts, roundtable presentations and dynamic site environments, while maintain a solutions‑oriented mindset.

Location: Jurong Island

We thank you for your interest. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a discussion.