HR Business Partner (Operations) - 12 Month Fixed Term
About us
CBH is a leader in the Australian grain industry and the country’s largest co-operative. Our work has meaning and is creating an exciting future - we’re delivering WA’s grain to the world. Our advanced logistics network stretches across the State, connecting the growers of WA with our people, and providing opportunities for career growth in different roles and locations.
Ready to make an impact on a global scale with a local company?
We are CBH. We are what you’re looking for.
The Role
Are you a skilled HR professional ready to make a meaningful impact?
We’re looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, based in Perth CBD with occasional travel to regional WA.
Reporting to the Manager – Human Resources, in this role, you’ll work closely with leaders across the Operations Division, helping shape strong people leadership through practical coaching and strategic advice.
You’ll play a key role in aligning HR initiatives with business goals—supporting everything from team structure and succession planning to employee relations, performance and discipline management, policy interpretation, engagement strategies, and change management.
Responsibilities include:
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Coach and advise leaders on talent development, retention, and effective performance management, including disciplinary procedures
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Provide strategic guidance on structuring teams for success and future growth
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Ensure people management processes are widely applied and understood, while meeting legal compliance requirements
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Support leaders in fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce
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Work as a part of your stakeholders’ management team, building a deep understanding of their business strategy and operations to provide support that is simple, efficient and supports the delivery of business outcomes
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Contribute to HR initiatives that drive business outcomes and workforce effectiveness
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Be involved in recruitment processes to ensure they are conducted in a timely and efficient manner to minimise impacts
About You:
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Tertiary qualifications in HR or a related field, along with solid experience in a business partnering role
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Proven ability to coach and support leaders in building strong people management skills
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Strong working knowledge of HR principles and confidence applying them in everyday situations
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders
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Skilled in facilitating workshops on employee engagement, succession planning, workforce strategy, and employee relations
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Well-versed in workplace legislation and how it applies in day-to-day HR decisions
Desirable:
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Competent in use of SAP HCM modules and Success Factors
Why work with CBH?
Work with meaning and being part of something bigger
Play a critical role in moving WA’s grain from paddocks to ports, and on to countries all around the world. With an advanced logistics network and grain trading on a global level, we provide growers with first-class representation in the world’s food supply chain.
We value you
CBH is a large, complex and interesting business. We value autonomy and the unique perspective you offer. The difference you make is seen and recognised.
Your time is important
We know you have family and a life outside of work and we know this is important. We provide the flexibility and work-life balance that allows you to be there for the moments that matter.
CBH offer a range of employee focused benefits aimed to encourage a healthy work life balance, including:
- Free on-site gym facilities
- Ongoing training and professional development to support your growth and help you achieve your goals
- Corporate Employee discounts including travel, health insurance funds and financial services
- Employee assistance program
- Salary sacrificing scheme
We'd love to hear from you
CBH welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds, embracing inclusivity and diversity in our workforce.
To find out more about working with CBH visit http://careers.cbh.com.au
Please note we are not accepting agency applications.
If you are already employed directly by CBH, please log in using your CBH email address or apply via our internal jobs portal.
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