Senior HR Business Partner (Contractor)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our Human Resources team on a temporary basis. The Senior Business Partner (Contractor) will act as the primary HR interface for their assigned population, working closely with management and employees to provide effective Human Resource support.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment: Manage full-cycle recruiting for all positions within assigned population. Ensure compliance with the Company's Code of Conduct.
• Onboarding: Coordinate onboarding activities and assist in new hire orientation to ensure a consistent, high-quality experience.
• HR Operations: Maintain compliance with federal and Texas state employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, EEO, OSHA).
• Compliance: Assist in internal HR audits and continuous improvement projects related to labor documentation and compliance.
• Employee Relations: Assist in coaching leaders on handling performance issues, attendance, and employee relations matters with fairness and consistency. Understand contractual processes and restrictions for union-represented employees.
• Culture and Engagement: Support change management initiatives, providing guidance and coaching to leaders and employees to navigate change effectively.
• Attendance and Accommodations: Act as the HR focal point for FMLA, ADA, and absenteeism management.
• Develop and implement HR plans contributing to departmental priorities.
• Provide generalist and complex HR advice, ensuring it is professional, commercially focused, and aligned with business requirements and legislation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• Significant professional HR experience (10–15 years).
• Experience in a refinery or energy industry a plus.
• Experience with labor relations a plus.

Skills

• Technical Skills: Practical administration of employment law (FMLA, ADA, EEOC, NLRA). Proficiency in HRIS (UKG Workforce Management a plus).
• Behavioral Competencies: Strong communication skills, ability to build and maintain relationships, manage multiple projects, and demonstrate respect for others. Commercially focused with sound business acumen.
• Language Skills: English required.
• Certifications: SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred.
• Specific Knowledge: Understanding of refining, energy, or petrochemical industries ideal. Strong working knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and regulatory compliance. Ability to interpret and apply legal requirements to HR policies and practices.

Additional Information

This is a temporary/contract position with an estimated duration of 6 to 12 months, based in Port Arthur, TX. As a contractor assigned to TotalEnergies, you will be eligible for benefits through your agency employer, such as PTO and paid holidays.