HR Advisor - Fixed-term

HR ADVISOR – FIXED-TERM

Reporting to the HR Superintendent, we are seeking a Human Resources Advisor with extensive IR experience and strong case management to join our highly energetic and motivated HR Team. You will provide a high level of stakeholder engagement to our operational leaders, while also supporting continuous improvement projects. 

About the Business

• Rare opportunity to continue to develop your career in HR
• Collaborative and supportive team
• Be based at Mount Thorley Warkworth

We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia. Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is one of the largest open pit operations in the area. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both draglines and load haul systems as the current and preferred mining method. Our site operates continuously 24 hours a day, seven days a week and has a long and proud history, employing approximately 1350 people from local and surrounding communities, who are our most valuable asset.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

If you are someone who loves working on people focused initiatives, both operational and strategic, this role is for you. As a generalist HR professional, you will have the opportunity to drive a diverse range of HR initiatives. With no two days the same, this role will also require you to:

•    Provide coaching and mentoring to frontline leaders to build strength in our leadership capability; •    Complete end-to-end recruitment activities; •    Negotiate and influence positive IR outcomes; and •    Have the ability to challenge the norm and lead by example.

This position will be offered on a fixed-term contract for a 14-month period, with the possibility of extension.   

Skills and Experience

The successful candidates will display the Yancoal ‘Our Way’ behaviours and Values in everyday practice and foster a ‘One Team’ culture. To be successful in the role you will also display the following skills and attributes:

•    Relevant degree in Human Resource/ Business and/or experience in Human Resources; •    Minimum 5 years’ HR generalist experience, preferably within Mining and/or Heavy industry •    Extensive exposure to IR coupled with strong case management experience; •    Ability to work collaboratively and proactively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive people focused results; •    Ability to focus on the big picture and achieve goals whilst still prioritising the day to day tasks; and •    Advanced computer literacy – Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.  

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles:

• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
• Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application close: 17 January 2023