Description:
Sequana is a vibrant and growing project management consultancy providing strategic advisory and management services across the water, environment and energy sectors. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, we work with both the private sector and government organisations to break the mould and redefine the future of Australia’s major water, environment and energy projects. We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients throughout all stages of a project and beyond.
Our strategy is focused on partnering and collaborating with our clients. We have a strong and successful track record, known for setting the industry benchmark and we measure our success by our clients’ success. We are a multidisciplinary team of extraordinary people doing extraordinary things We are working on iconic projects and deliver outstanding quality and results for our clients.
The HR Business Partner (HRBP), reporting directly to the Head of People & Culture, plays a crucial role at Sequana in aligning HR strategies with business objectives and partnering with senior leaders and employees to provide day-to-day operational support including providing expert HR guidance in employee relations, performance management, and organisational development.
What you do
- Contribute to the development and implementation of HR programs and initiatives that drive organisational success.
- Partner with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, and provide guidance on succession planning, and performance management.
- Act as a point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, providing guidance and resolution strategies.
- Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture through effective communication and conflict resolution.
- Ensure compliance with Australian employment laws and regulations.
- Review and update HR policies, procedures, and employee records to reflect best practices and legal requirements.
- Identify training and development needs within the business units and coordinate with the Learning and Development Coaches to deliver relevant programs.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion as a strategic advantage, implementing programs that celebrate workforce strengths and foster belonging.
- Prepare employment contracts for new hires, update HR systems, and manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding and offboarding.
- Support performance review cycles and career pathway planning processes.
- Play an active role in the implementation and optimisation of HR systems and processes
- Collect, analyse, and present HR metrics to business leaders for decision-making purposes.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on data-driven analysis.
- Support organisational change initiatives by helping business units navigate through transitions and mergers.
Who you are
Candidates should possess:
- Bachelor's degree or similar relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a generalist advisory HR position, with a focus on business partnership.
- Demonstrated experience in and working knowledge of broad HR functions, including employee and industrial relations, award interpretation, and change management.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate, build, and maintain trusted and effective working relationships and partnerships with all levels of management within the business, colleagues, and other internal stakeholders including the ability to influence and negotiate to produce efficient and effective outcomes.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
- Well-developed organisational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align operational strategies with overall business goals.
What it's like working at Sequana:
There are a ton of reasons why Sequana is an amazing company to work at, and here are some that we think you'll find most interesting!
- Our culture - We have a wonderful team of brilliant high achievers built on a culture of empathy, collaboration, integrity, openness, and professional excellence. We have created a family-like environment, attracting the best in the industry who share our passion for the water, environment, and energy sector and are willing to put in extraordinary efforts to deliver exceptional outcomes.
- Award-winning - We are an award-winning company – we have won ‘Great Place to Work’ awards across Australia.
- Exciting & meaningful projects - Sequana is on an exciting growth journey. Here at Sequana, you are seen as the expert and will have the opportunity to own projects end to end, and truly make a difference to the environment.
- Continuous learning - We celebrate continuous learning at Sequana and have a Sequana Academy, offering employees the opportunity to receive professional coaching services and training, with a focus on personal development.
- Compensation - We offer an attractive compensation package and a flexible work environment.
- Reward and recognition - We promote an environment of reward and recognition. At Sequana, you will be recognised for your efforts, and for each birthday & anniversary, we will celebrate you, and reward you for your contribution!
- Diverse and inclusive environment - With our Social Impact and Belonging Committee, we promote an inclusive and diverse environment at Sequana and have many events and activities that truly make Sequana a ‘Great Place to Work.'