People & Culture Business Partner - 12mth Fixed Term Contract

There is nothing quite like the buzz of the Airport and as a leading ground handling business, dnata operates across all major airports in Australia, providing services for Ramp, Baggage, Cabin Cleaning, and Passenger Services. We operate 24/7, rain, hail, or shine, and we love it!

About the role

We have the opportunity for an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to join our team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment where no two days are the same. If you are a strategic thinker, capable of aligning People objectives with business goals and happy to be hands-on, this role could be for you.

• Collaborate with ease across diverse departments to implement our people initiatives that support the company's growth and success.
• Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders, providing guidance on HR-related matters and fostering a positive work environment.
• Collaborate with managers to address employee relations issues, performance management, and talent development.
• Drive organisational change initiatives and support the execution of HR programs.
• Partner with the recruitment team to attract, select, and onboard top talent aligned with business needs.
• Analyse HR metrics and trends to make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Conduct training sessions on various HR-related topics to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
• No matter what it is, you're always ready to roll your sleeves up.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a P&C Business Partner or similar role in a blue-collar/unionised environment, with knowledge of HR/IR functions and best practices; experience in the Aviation industry is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change, influence stakeholders, and handle sensitive HR issues with professionalism in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and/or Industrial Relations, or related field.
• Must be willing to travel to other states as required.