Human Resources Business Partner

Yara International
Karratha, Western Australia, Australia
Posted: 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Keywords

Human Resources HR Business Partner Performance Management Leadership Development Employee Relations Conflict Resolution Data Analysis Workforce Planning Succession Planning Talent Acquisition HR Policies Budgeting Continuous Improvement Psychological Safety Diversity Equity and Inclusion Community Initiatives Ammonia Production Heavy Industry Manufacturing Regulatory Reporting HR Procedures Industrial Relations Remuneration Management Employment Lifecycle HR Documentation Training Audits Immigration Support Payroll Processes Well-being Time Management

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.


About the Unit

The Yara Pilbara Fertilisers' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.
Find out more about:
Yara International: Yara International | Responsibly feed the world and protect the planet
Yara Pilbara: Yara Pilbara | Yara Australia

Responsibilities

Looking for an exciting new challenge? Yara are seeking applications for a HR Business Parter, this is a Karratha based role, however, for the right candidate this role can be Perth based. If, Perth based the successful candidate will regularly travel to Karratha (at least monthly, up to 5 days). Reporting to the HR Manager, as senior member of the HR department, the HR Business Partner leads a small team of HR professionals. The HR Business Partner is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high quality, flexible service, responsive to the needs of the organisation, and in line with legislative requirements and best practice. Through partnering with Line Leaders within the organisation to support the delivery of HR strategy and fostering a positive work culture, to support the overall success of the organisation.


The primary responsibilities include:



  • Support the HR Manager in leading the HR function, including:


    • HR Strategies and HR Projects

    • Performance Management & Leadership Development

    • Workforce & Succession Planning

    • Remuneration and Benefits Management

    • Oversee the Employment Lifecycle

    • Budgeting and Cost Control

    • Employee Relations / Industrial Relations


  • Develop, update and implementation HR procedures and practices to align with legislative requirements, industry best practices and Yara International guidelines.

  • Work closely with the Recruitment team on talent acquisition.

  • Prepare, review and approve HR documentation, including contracts, letters and forms.

  • Develop, communicate, and provide ongoing advice on HR policies, procedures.

  • Lead investigations and disciplinary matters.

  • Partner with Line Leaders to provide ongoing HR advice and support.

  • Employee relations and assistance.

  • Complete regular audits as well as regulatory, external and internal reporting.

  • Lead a small team of HR Professionals.

  • Contribute to workshops / training in areas of HR and Leadership for Yara leaders.

  • Facilitate community initiatives.

  • Review and audit systems, procedures, resources and providers as part of continuous improvement for cost efficiency and quality.

  • Immigration support for International Assignees and International Recruitment.

  • Oversee and support the payroll processes.

  • Culture champion for site.

  • Support leaders in promoting a psychologically safe environment with a culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) and employee well-being.


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Profile

Required:



  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in HR or related subject.

  • Proven experience in a senior HR role, within the heavy industry or manufacturing sector.

  • Minimum 5 Year experience leading a team.

  • Proven experience managing workplace conflict and leading investigations.

  • Understanding of remote work dynamics and challenges.

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.

  • Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions to drive HR strategies.

  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

  • Fluent English (verbal and written) is essential.

Additional Information

Yara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement. We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.


Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.


For more information on Yara International please access www.yara.com.au.


 


What’s On Offer


Karratha & Perth Based Roles



  • 5 weeks annual leave

  • Optional RDO roster including 16 accrued Rostered Days Off per calendar year       

  • $1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance

  • Annual bonus program with a target of one month’s base salary

  • 6 months paid primary parental leave

  • Culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program

  • Maxia salary packaging

  • Active Wellness and Social Club Committees


Karratha Based Roles Only



  • Complimentary Karratha housing for duration of employment

  • $35,000 per annum regional location allowance

  • $3,000 p.a. electricity/water utility reimbursement

  • Relocation assistance

  • Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service

Contact details

Apply no later than

1st January 2026.

Knowledge grows through differences

Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks. 



As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.
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