Business Partner - People & Culture

At Whitehaven, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As Australia's leading ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal, we're committed to creating a culture where individuals and teams are empowered to succeed, recognised for their contributions and supported to reach their full potential. Our STRIVE Values, Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence, guide the way we work, lead and achieve success together.

Make a real impact where people and performance matter.  At Whitehaven Coal’s Blackwater Mine, you’ll find more than a job you’ll become part of a close-knit community where people genuinely support one another. Located in the heart of Central Queensland’s mining region, Blackwater offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the benefits of a welcoming regional lifestyle.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Superintendent HR, this role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being embedded in the operation, partnering with leaders, and influencing outcomes that drive both people and business performance.

This site-based role will see you building relationships with crews and leaders, providing practical advice, coaching, and support across a broad range of HR, employee relations, and organisational initiatives.

If you're looking for an opportunity to be a trusted advisor, influence site leadership, and make a genuine difference to both people and business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver practical and commercially focused HR solutions.
• Provide expert guidance on employee and industrial relations matters.
• Lead investigations, disciplinary processes, grievances, and workplace disputes.
• Drive engagement, culture, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, site procedures, and company policies.

About You

• You are a proactive HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, solving complex challenges, and influencing positive outcomes.
• Experience in a similar HR Business Partner or Advisor role, preferably on site in Mining industry (highly regarded).
• Strong ER/IR knowledge and experience managing complex people matters.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and sound commercial judgement.
• The ability to build trust and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
• Relevant HR qualifications (desirable but not essential).
• A preference for candidates based in or willing to relocate to the Blackwater region (not essential).

Why Join Whitehaven?

• Influence key people and culture outcomes at one of Australia's largest mining operations.
• Work alongside experienced leaders in a high-performing environment.
• Be part of a collaborative HR team that values initiative and expertise.
• Enjoy genuine opportunities for career growth and development.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee referral bonuses up to $4,000.
• Retail, lifestyle and wellbeing discounts.
• Recognition and reward programs – Strive Awards.
• Strong team culture with a focus on safety, respect and performance.

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.