Senior HR Partner

Apache Industrial Holdings; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Industrial Services in Louisiana is seeking a Senior HR Partner to support regional operations, report to the HR Manager, and guide employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.

The role requires 7+ years of HR experience with at least 4 years as an HR Partner supporting field-based populations across multiple sites, plus travel 25%–40%. SPHR/SHRM-SCP preferred; bachelor's in HR or related field required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years as an HR Partner supporting field-based craft or operational populations across multiple sites
• Experience in employee relations, including investigations and advising on disciplinary matters
• Ability to travel to project sites 25%–40%
• Preferred experience in industrial services, construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, or similar project-based environment
• HR Certification (SPHR or SHRM-SCP preferred) and a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Responsibilities

• Advising regional operations leaders on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning
• Conducting and documenting employee relations investigations and coaching managers on corrective action
• Mentoring and providing day-to-day guidance to junior HR staff
• Collaborating with team members, leaders, and other departments
• Managing priorities and completing tasks in a timely manner
• Supporting a professional, safe, and productive work environment

Skills

Employee relations

Workplace investigations

HR analytics

Communication

Team guidance

Project travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources

HR Certification (SPHR or SHRM-SCP preferred)

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description SENIOR HR PARTNER Short Description: We currently have an opening as a Senior HR Partner who will report to HR Manager. Position Supervises: None Position Structure: Full Time / Salary / In Office

What Apache Industrial has to offer

Apache Industrial offers career opportunities for both Craft and Non-Craft employees. Whether you work in the field or support our operations from the office, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, teamwork, and quality. We provide opportunities to gain experience, grow, and advance your career while working alongside experienced and supportive teammates. At Apache Industrial, every role plays an important part in our success.

A Typical Day May Include

• Advising regional operations leaders on employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning
• Conducting and documenting employee relations investigations and coaching managers on corrective action
• Mentoring and providing day-to-day guidance to junior HR staff
• Collaborating with team members, leaders, and other departments
• Managing priorities and completing tasks in a timely manner
• Supporting a professional, safe, and productive work environment

Education & Experience

• Required 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years as an HR Partner supporting field-based craft or operational populations across multiple sites
• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, including conducting workplace investigations and advising on disciplinary matters
• Ability to travel to project sites and field locations from 25% – 40%
• Preferred Experience in industrial services, construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, or a similar project-based environment
• HR Certification (SPHR or SHRM-SCP preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Required Working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and statutes, with the ability to apply them to real-life situations to mitigate company risk
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and HRIS platforms (Workday preferred)
• Ability to use HR metrics and workforce data to influence operational decisions and present recommendations to senior leadership
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-party investigations and advise leaders on high-risk employment decisions
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Preferred Experience with union environments, collective-bargaining agreements, project labor agreements, or prevailing wage requirements
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, FR clothing) and follow site safety requirements when visiting project sites
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands as required for the position
• Ability to work primarily in an office or professional work environment
• May be required to work extended hours, weekends, or travel based on business needs
• Regular use of computers, phones, and other standard office equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apache Industrial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. If you need assistance, please contact the Human Resources Department.

For over thirty years, Apache Industrial Services has met the needs of the petrochemical, industrial and energy sectors by providing superior quality, service and long-term value to our customers. Through our commitment to excellence in our work, a purposeful culture of safety, and the dedication and leadership of our expert craftsmen, Apache is a company that is doing it right. With strategic office locations throughout the US and Canada, we are able to provide efficient and reliable services to our wide variety of customers. At the core of Apache is a belief system that we refer to as #ApachePride. This belief permeates everything we do and from the CEO to the new hire employee that started yesterday; We all understand that the success of our business relies heavily on our hard-working men and women in the field.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.