Senior Hr Advisor

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Visit https://www.wabteccorp.com/ to learn more!

What are we offering you?

• Hybrid working model - 2 days working from home option
• Discounted health insurance with Medibank
• Novated Leasing option
• Lifestyle Discounts with car rentals, Coles, Woolworth, JB Hifi & more
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Who will you be working with? The Senior HR Advisor, reporting to the HR Business Partner, will be responsible for the delivery of all aspects of the HR function including strategic HR, business level implementation and aligning the HR strategy to deliver the organization’s business goals.

Where is the position located? This is a 12-month maternity cover position based at our office in Melbourne (Keysborough) OR Brisbane (Eagle farm).

How will you make a difference?

• Work with the Leadership team to build and implement human resources solutions in line with business strategy and legislation;
• Ensure the delivery of recommendations and solutions covering multiple areas of human resources including workforce planning and staffing; learning and development; organisational development; performance management; and employee relations;
• Identify areas of short term, medium term and long-term strategic development within the human resources environment and meet the agreed outcomes;
• Develop and implement new policies, practices and programs to meet organisational needs;
• Identify and delegate HR responsibilities to management, ensuring organisational priorities are met and support structures (for example training) are in place for management;
• Providing an appropriate level of advice and support to management regarding all HR matter;
• Facilitate the regular reporting to management regarding employee matters including but not limited to employee absence, leave accrual and rehabilitation cases;
• Collaborate with other members of the Leadership team to promote organisation cohesion, the development of a culture of continual improvement, and enforcement of organisational values;
• Advise managers and supervisors on workplace relations, organisational design & development, generalist human resources management and occupational health & safety/rehabilitation matters.

What do we want to know about you?

• Recognised degree qualified in a relevant discipline (Human Resources, Economics or Business);
• At least 5+ years HR experience;
• Experience in interpreting & advising on Australian employment law, awards, WH&S, and other government legislation is mandatory;
• Strategic business knowledge and understanding;
• High level ability to communicate, consult and negotiate with staff at all levels, and with external agencies, service providers and customers;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy and to exercise tact and discretion;
• Intermediate level computing skills including Microsoft office suite;
• Knowledge of HRIS systems (Workday preferred); and
• Experience in Manufacturing/Rail/Construction/Mining/Aviation industry (preferred).

We would love to hear from candidates who are looking for that next step in their career and would enjoy being a part of a small National HR team.

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity: Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression. This also includes providing meaningful employment for current and former Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and refugees or asylum seekers. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.