Senior HR Business Partner

SENIOR HR BUSINESS PARTNER

We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Senior HR Business Partner to join our team. Reporting to the HR Superintendent, you will be a part of a highly energetic and motivated HR team. 

About the Business

Welcome to Yancoal Australia. For 20 years, we have been supporting the prosperity of Australia. We value the contributions of our employees, contractors and embrace close relationships with our local communities, customers and suppliers. With over 4,500 people working across our operations, our team is made up of experts in their field. From engineers to operators, to environmentalists, surveyors, tradespeople, accountants, administrators, marketers and beyond – we are proud of our people and everything we achieve together. 

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is an open cut mine that provides the opportunity to live and work locally. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both dragline and load haul systems for their continuous operations. The MTW Mine is the largest open cut operation in the region, employing approximately 1,450 people who reside in the local and surrounding communities.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

This is a fast paced and dynamic role, offering the opportunity to develop innovative solutions and deliver people-focused outcomes that recognise and value our people as our most important asset. 

As a generalist HR professional, you will bring extensive IR experience, including strong case management, along with the ability to establish effective relationships across all levels of the business. This will position you for success in delivering culture-based initiatives aligned with and promoting our core values and code of conduct.

With no two days the same, this role will also require you to:

• Partner with operational leaders to deliver optimal people outcomes for our business;
• Coach and mentor HR Team members to build team capability.
• Influence and drive cultural change initiatives across the operation.
• Manage, negotiate and influence positive IR outcomes.
• Lead and manage workplace investigations.  

Skills and Experience

The successful candidates will foster a ‘One Team’ culture, while promoting the Yancoal Values of People, Safety, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. To be successful in the role you will also display the following skills and attributes:

• Relevant degree in Human Resource, Business, Law, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years’ HR generalist experience, preferably within mining and/or heavy industry.
• Extensive IR exposure coupled with strong case management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to think strategically while effectively managing day-to-day operational demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced computer literacy including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and HRIS systems.

Benefits

Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:

• Salary continuance and life insurance
• x10 RDO's per year
• 20 weeks paid primary carers parental leave with no waiting period
• Subsidised private health insurance 
• Fitness Passport - discounted workplace health and fitness program
• Study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to financial education and banking discounts 
• Salary packaging including novated leasing and remote area benefits
• Service recognition rewards
• Discounts program including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants

Yancoal Australia values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply today and take the first step toward an exciting new journey with us!

Applications close Monday 15 June 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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