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BAE Systems • Osborne, Australia

People Business Partner

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

People Business Partner

Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard, SA – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

The People Business Partner is responsible for supporting the Trades workforce at Osborne. This role is also responsible for supporting actions taken to embed the enterprise People strategy and ensure positive employee experience.

Core Duties:

  • Embedding the People strategy elements such as talent management, succession planning, workforce planning and leadership coaching within their portfolio through providing high impact support and the implementation of solutions across the entire employee lifecycle
  • Operational interface between the delivery business/function and the People Lead
  • Execution of projects of work within their portfolio that aligns to the strategic direction
  • Contributes to the development of an open, trusted environment, including motivating and holding the team accountable
  • Drives governance to ensure the risk of the organisation is managed for Employee Relations and Industrial Relations matters, and is compliant with the Operational Framework

Essential Skills:

  • Effectively build relationships across the relevant delivery business/functional team as well as the broader People team, supporting the People Lead to act as the advocate for the relevant Delivery area or function into the broader People team
  • Good stakeholder management skills, including building relationships and effectively influencing stakeholders within the relevant portfolio to deliver business outcomes whilst maintaining key relationships
  • Demonstrated experience as an HRBP or comparable role(s)
  • Significant knowledge of HR policies, processes (e.g., workforce planning and Enterprise Agreements), and talent management practices
  • Must be able to gain and maintain a minimum BASELINE Security Clearance, or higher level as required for the role

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.

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Working at BAE Systems

3 office days / week – Hybrid options are dependant on role and can range from fully remote to on-site full time

A little flex time – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements depending on the role you apply for – explore your options with our recruiter during the application process.

Company benefits

Adoption leave
Annual bonus
Buy or sell annual leave
Collaboration spaces
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Employee discounts
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks paid, up to 52 weeks total, with the option of returning to work on reduced hours for the first 13 weeks
Enhanced paternity leave – 4 weeks for eligible employees
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Family health insurance
Fertility treatment leave
Gym membership – Discounts available
Health insurance
In house training
Learning license
Lunch and learns
Mental health support
Mental health first aiders
Mental health platform access
Modern office
Neonatal leave
Open to compressed hours
Open to job sharing
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Pregnancy loss leave
Private booths
Referral bonus
Relocation packages
Reservist leave – 15 days
Salary sacrifice
Secure on-site parking
Share options
Shared parental leave
Mentoring

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