HR Partner

Job Description Position Title: HR Partner Position Reports To: HR Manager Position Summary The HR Partner serves as a strategic advisor and HR resource for one or more of Apache’s operations regions. This role provides support and guidance in the areas of employee relations (ER), workforce planning, performance management, talent and leadership development, reward/recognition, training, engagement, and policy/guideline development. The HR Partner is the primary HR point of contact and is expected to be present where the work happens. Essential Functions Strategic Partnership & Organization Effectiveness Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on all people-related mattersSupport restructuring efforts as regions grow or evolveIdentify trends in workforce data and proactively surface insights to division leadership Talent Acquisition and Workforce Mobilization Partner with Talent Acquisition to support craft and professional hiring tied to project awards and ramp timelinesDrive workforce planning cycles to ensure division staffing aligns with project bid assumptionSupport rapid mobilization and demobilization of project crews, ensuring compliant and efficient execution Employee Relations & Compliance Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation and assist in developing new procedures/processes based on feedback from the operations teams and changes to local labor law.Conduct and document employee relations investigations with objectivity and in accordance with company policyAdvise supervisors and managers on corrective action, performance management, and separation decisionsEnsure region compliance with federal, state, and local employment law across all operating jurisdictionsPartner with HR Leadership and Legal on complex investigations and escalated mattersMaintain awareness of union activity and support labor relations strategy where applicable Performance & Talent Development Drive the performance review cycle within the region, coaching managers on goal-setting and feedback deliveryIdentify high-potential talent and partner with Workforce Development on succession and development planningCoach frontline supervisors on effective people leadership practicesSupport the design and delivery of frontline supervisor development programsCollaborate closely with the Safety function on return-to-work programs, incident follow-up, and workforce safety cultureEnsure HR practices reinforce safety accountability in the fieldPartner with Safety on workforce communications and behavior-based safety initiativesOther duties as needed. Required Education & Experience 3+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years as an HR Partner or HR Generalist supporting field or operational populationsDemonstrated experience in employee relations, including conducting workplace investigations and advising on disciplinary mattersAbility to travel to project sites and field locations from 25 – 40% Preferred Experience in industrial services, construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, or a similar project-based environmentPHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certificationBachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and statutes for employment with the ability to apply laws and standards to real-life situations to mitigate company riskProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)Proficiency with HRIS Platforms (Workday preferred)Demonstrates courage to handle ambiguous situationsDemonstrated ability to effectively work with all levels of the organization, viewed as approachable and trusted by employees. Preferred Familiarity with union environments, collective-bargaining agreements, or prevailing wage requirements Work Conditions/Physical Demands Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.Exposure to outdoor environmental conditions when visiting project sites; minimal adverse conditions expected during office-based work.Ability to navigate uneven terrain and varying outdoor conditions — including exposure to heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, and noise — while visiting active project sites and field locationsLight work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.