Senior HR Advisor at Alsglobal in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Senior HR Advisor Location: Smithfield(NSW) , Australia At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future. Senior HR Advisor This is no ordinary HR role. This is a rare opportunity to step into a standalone regional Senior HR Advisory position with genuine regional accountability, global exposure, and the ability to influence at a strategic level. As part of a highly regarded ANZ HR Team, you will support a predominantly Western Sydney client group with broader regional sites across NSW, while partnering with leaders across broader NSW operations. This role will require regular travel across NSW sites and plays a critical part in enabling business performance through strong leadership coaching, effective change management, and best-practice HR delivery during a period of growth and transformation. Your Exciting New Opportunity As the NSW Senior HR Advisor, you will operate with autonomy and accountability, acting as a trusted advisor, coach, and change agent to leaders across your portfolio. Day-to-day, you will: Partner with operational and functional leaders across NSW to deliver strategic and operational HR advice aligned to business objectives Coach and influence leaders to uplift capability, driving improved performance, engagement and leadership effectiveness Lead and embed change management initiatives, ensuring successful adoption across geographically dispersed teams Travel to sites across NSW as required, building strong on-the-ground relationships and providing hands-on support to leaders and teams Provide end-to-end management of complex ER/IR matters, including investigations, disciplinary processes and terminations, ensuring compliance and consistency Interpret Awards, legislation and policies, delivering clear, commercially sound guidance Drive employee engagement, retention and experience initiatives, aligned to organisational priorities Support workforce planning, talent management and succession planning, building sustainable capability pipelines Facilitate leadership workshops, training and capability programs, strengthening people management practices Leverage HR data, insights and reporting to identify trends, risks and opportunities Partner with the ANZ HR team on projects and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to broader regional outcomes Act as a visible employee champion and culture driver, supporting engagement, DE&I and organisational change programs You Are A values-based and customer-focused HR professional Able to communicate professionally and provide timely, accurate advice Able to quickly build trust-based relationships across our organisation A strong team player with a hands-on, can-do attitude A broad HR generalist skillset with experience across multiple HR disciplines, including interpreting, navigating and providing advice on Enterprise Agreements and industrial relations matters Strong facilitation and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and guide Resilience and agility in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment A collaborative mindset and a passion for people Comfortable operating flexibly and autonomously at times Well organised, with an attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities Computer literate, with skills in Microsoft Office products and ideally HR systems Willing and able to travel fortnightly between Sydney sites (Smithfield, Rydalmere & Weatherill Park) Available for periodic travel to regional sites, including Newcastle and Muswellbrook, as required Your Experience Tertiary qualifications in HR or a related discipline Demonstrated experience in a Senior HR Advisory or standalone HR role Strong capability in leadership coaching and capability development Proven experience managing complex ER/IR matters and workplace investigations Solid understanding of Fair Work legislation, Awards and compliance requirements Experience supporting multi-site, operational workforces Ability to translate HR strategy into practical, business-aligned outcomes Why Join Us? Standalone, high-impact role with ownership of the NSW portfolio Be part of a collaborative ANZ HR team with global connection Brand new offices located in Smithfield Opportunity to shape leaders, culture and change outcomes Exposure to a diverse and operationally critical workforce Work within an organisation committed to continuous improvement and growth Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request. Eligibility To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa. How to apply Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Additional Locations: Sydney, Australia, Rydalmere, Australia