Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world's leading industry experts. Far beyond our roots as a rubber products manufacturer, we offer connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food industry and the furniture industry. As a group sector of Continental, ContiTech currently employs more than 40,000 people in 40 countries and regions and is active as a global industrial partner in Asia, Europe, North America and South America.

The position is based in Wangara, Perth WA.

This position reports to the Senior HR Business Partner role. - Our HR Team in Perth supports our Services team in Australia.

As our HR Business Partner - WA , you'll:

• champion a culture of inclusion and operational excellence in all aspects of our work.

• manage transactional/operational HR activities throughout the entire employee lifecycle.

• provide expert generalist HR/ER/IR advice to all stakeholders.

• case management of any performance concerns, grievances or disputes.

• complete talent acquisition & onboarding activities - including co-ordination of skilled migrant visa applications, mobilization and onboarding tasks.

• participate in managing the employee relations component of any WCC to ensure our employees are returned to the workplace with empathy and efficiency.

• actively participate in employee engagement / health and wellbeing initiatives and service recognition programs.

• support leadership to ensure cyclical goal setting and performance recognition/reviews are conducted.

• assist in the development and implementation of best practice HR strategies, policies, programs and procedures; and

• participate and contribute to a range of exciting (global and local) HR projects and initiatives.

You are passionate about people and have strong attention to detail, drive and initiative, mixed with a friendly and collaborative nature. You also enjoy being hands-on and building relationships.

To be successful you will have the following skills and experience:

• relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources.

• minimum 5 yrs demonstrated success within generalist HRBP role (ideally mining or construction).

• previous experience working with immigration specialists and processing visa applications for off-shore skilled migrants.

• demonstrated knowledge and correct application of multiple industrial instruments to ensure compliance and fairness to all parties.

• understanding of Safe Work WHS legislation and Codes of Practice.

• prior experience collaborating with affected employees/ Leaders/ ESH Advisors/ Medical Practitioners to ensure a safe and fair process for RTW Plans.

• excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and tailor your approach to influence positive outcomes with stakeholders.

• experience within transformation & change management initiatives.

• strategic agility and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment; and

• a high level of computer literacy, in particular LMS/ HRIS/ ATS and TMS Suites.

• trust - we encourage you to carve out your own success with support from your leader when required.

• occasional travel to other branches across Australia.

• continued professional development with option to participate in our corporate Learning & Development Programs and relevant industry CPD training, networking and conferences.

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