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HR Business Partner - People & Culture

QueenslandPosted 16-04-2026

Job description

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Blackwater operation — one of Australia’s largest open cut coal mines.

This is an excellent opportunity to take your HR career on site and partner closely with leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced mining environment.

About the Role Based at Blackwater, this role partners closely with site leadership to deliver practical, value-adding HR support in a fast-paced mining environment.
In this role you will:

  • Partner with leaders to deliver HR strategies aligned to site objectives
  • Provide advice and support on employee relations, performance and workforce matters
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, legislation and safety regulations
  • Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
  • Contribute to the development of a positive work culture that supports teamwork and productivity.
  • Engage and support stakeholders.

Key Qualifications:

  • Demonstrate proactive attitude with a genuine passion for Human Resources and people outcomes
  • Substantial HR experience, ideally within the Mining or a related heavy industry sector
  • Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline, highly regarded
  • Working knowledge of employment legislation and Queensland industrial relations requirements
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all organisational levels
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic operational environment, with a strong emphasis on safety and productivity
  • Well‑developed problem‑solving capability, with a practical, solutions‑focused approach

Why Whitehaven Coal?

  • 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
  • $4k for successful employee referrals
  • Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
  • Salary Sacrifice Opportunities

Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excelence

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