Human Resources Business Partner Mobile, AL

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Job Description
REPORTS TO: Employee Relations Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate as both a strategic and operational Business Partner performing full life cycle human resources support through the planning and execution of HR practices and programs.

Partner with all management levels to drive business results that optimize talent structure process and culture.

Formulate partnerships across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization.

Partner with leadership to create a culture that supports the strategy for business growth.

Support the development of a work force strategy and collaborate with Talent Acquisition to translate strategy into an executable plan.

Collaborate with managers to resolve everyday issues and develop short- and long-term HR strategies and solutions designed to achieve optimal departmental performance and organizational effectiveness. Advise and assist managers on performance management.

Partner and coach managers on effectively engaging employees addressing and resolving people and employee relations issues.

Act as a change agent for key business change and as an advocate in the communication of HR changes.

Use data driven HR business insights to provide solutions and recommendations to management.

Support and execute the strategic direction of HR including implementation of high-value added HR processes that support business goals and objectives.

Assist Senior Management as they work with management to understand their needs so to develop and implement effective policies and programs encompassing all areas of human resources in order to satisfy legal requirements cost containments and work environments consistent with Austals core values.

Identify and assess emerging HR trends and advise on the potential impacts on the business.

Maintain an effective level of business acumen about the business financial position plans culture and competition.

Lead and manage employee relations matters including conducting workplace investigations advising leaders on sensitive issues ensuring consistent application of policies and partnering with Compliance/Legal on complex cases.

Maintain accountability for attendance outcomes within assigned areas by partnering with Time & Attendance administration monitoring trends and ensuring leaders consistently apply the attendance policy and take appropriate corrective action.

Maintain a visible and consistent presence on the production floor to build relationships assess workforce sentiment identify issues and support employee engagement and communication efforts

Provide training guidance and mentorship to entry level employee relations team members to build capability ensure consistency in practices and support professional development

Position operates in a rotational assignment model across designated business locations to support operational needs broaden organizational knowledge and strengthen cross-functional partnerships. Rotations are typically structured around approximately 12-month intervals but may be adjusted based on business needs employee development and leadership discretion.

Participate in company-wide programs and initiatives (e.g. salary review ongoing internal equity workforce planning and organizational changes etc). Support promote and implement key performance management initiatives including: goal setting mid-year and annual-review process promotions and talent review/succession planning program.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field and 5-7 years of experience in Human Resources required or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong business acumen and influencing skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Must have proven experience working as a business partner with a leadership team.

Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously and working in an environment which requires flexibility.

Experience delivering effective presentations to a variety of audiences.

Strong HR Acumen in employment regulations.

PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

TOOLS: MS Office Suite; Other Tools as needed

DIRECTION EXERCISED: Direct the activities of the team based on the Austal development standards and within approved policies and guidelines.

DISCRETION EXERCISED: Make independent decisions as needed in compliance with standards and policies.

LIAISES WITH: All employees.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Application of best practices and approved standards across the organization as directed by HR Manager.

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

18 years of age or older at time of application

Able to provide proof of US Person Status

No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date

Willing to submit to a drug screen

Willing to submit to a background check