Hutchison Ports Brisbane Container Terminal is seeking a seasoned HR professional to drive people initiatives and deliver high-impact support across our Brisbane operations. This is a rare opportunity to shape culture, enhance workforce performance, and influence industrial relations in a heavily unionised, blue-collar setting.

🏢 About Us

Join our dynamic team at Hutchison Ports Australia, one of the world's leading port operators. We value leadership, collaboration, and continuous professional growth. Your contributions will be recognised, celebrated, and empowered as we nurture your skills and help you reach your career aspirations.

Hutchison Ports Australia (HPA) is part of Hutchison Port Holdings, the world's leading port operator, with a global network of 48 ports across 25 countries in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia.

Our HR team has a clear vision: to maximise productivity, safety, and capability for our stakeholders while fostering a culture of excellence. We are dedicated to improving our business and partnering with our People and leaders to support the continued delivery to our customers in a 24/7 operation.

🔍 What You'll Be Doing

Manage employee relations issues in a highly unionised terminal environment, providing expert advice, guidance, and counsel to managers

Support front line leaders to improve workforce performance and conduct through coaching and practical guidance

Provide EA interpretation and advice, helping managers address areas of non-compliance confidently and effectively

Lead talent acquisition for our Brisbane business unit, contributing to our goal of becoming the preferred employer in stevedoring

Deliver a broad range of HR strategies, programs, and processes across the full employee lifecycle—including performance appraisal, career development, and talent management

Champion employee engagement, diversity, and wellbeing initiatives to retain and grow our talent

Partner with HSEQ to foster a proactive safety culture

Leverage HR data and systems to drive insights and continuous improvement

Lead local HR projects and support broader strategic initiatives across Hutchison Ports Australia

🎯 What You'll Bring

7+ years' experience in Human Resources, ideally in industrial or operational settings

Strong knowledge of employment law, enterprise agreements, and IR/ER principles

Proven ability to manage performance and conduct processes with confidence

Bachelor's degree in HR, IR, or a related discipline

Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills

Analytical mindset with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

💼 Why Hutchison Ports?

Engaging Work Environment: We pride ourselves on our rewarding team atmosphere

Work-Life Balance: We understand life happens outside of work too—enjoy flexible work that respects your personal time

Modern Offices: Our waterfront offices are designed to create a comfortable, innovative and importantly, FUN work environment

Hutchison Ports is a global network with a wide array of opportunities. If you're ready to make waves in a complex and exciting HR role with an IR focus, we want to hear from you.

Hutchison Ports is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Apply now to help shape the future of HR at Hutchison Ports