Human Resources Business Partner

Who we are

Embark on an exciting opportunity with Sorbent Paper Company and Solaris Paper, Australia's premier tissue suppliers since 1952, as we spearhead innovation and sustainability in the global paper industry. Through collaboration and resilience, we ensure the consistent delivery of Australia's favourite tissue products. With long-standing relationships with retailers built on trust, we uphold a solid foundation of customer satisfaction.

When you join us, you become part of a team across Australia and a workplace where everyone is welcome, supported and valued. We are always seeking talented people to join our team and help us grow. Are you ready to make a difference?

About the role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Melbourne based Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team.

The HRBP role’s primary focus is to assist the HR director in actively integrating the business strategy with people management practices. The business partner is the link between HR and the business, advising and supporting managers on strategic issues and helping them implement high-performing, integrated HR practices. This is a fixed term to permanent role for the right candidate.

As a HRBP, you will liaise with managers to ensure our workplaces are psychologically safe and that our people practices and policies are compliant in alignment with relevant state legislation, achieve timely resolution of grievances and performance issues, and are consistent with, and supportive of our culture.

What you will be doing:

• Support the HR Director in implementing the HR strategy, with a focus on workforce planning, industrial instruments, employee relations, performance improvement, recognition, and employee engagement.
• Respond in a timely manner to requests and queries from various stakeholders and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with relevant union and industry representatives, and employer associations.
• Provide advice and interpretation on legislation, modern award’s, enterprise agreements, employment terms and conditions and other employment regulations.
• Contribute to the rollout out and uptake of HR frameworks and policies such as performance planning, review and development, and capability development.
• Support managers in embedding values, building trust, and improving employee engagement by active participation in people and culture initiatives.

What will make you successful:

• 5 years plus experience in a HR business unit.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource or related disciplines.
• Strong influencing, relationship management and conflict resolution skills.
• A people person with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised and strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise and manage own tasks and workload as needed.

What's in it …. for you?

• FREE monthly product allocations
• Opportunity to work for an iconic household brand and FMCG industry
• Work from home day on a Tuesday or Thursday

Our people, surrounding communities, and brands are at the centre of our business. You will be instrumental in contributing to our exciting HR function that delivers highly effective HR operations while driving cultural change, capability uplift and employee engagement.