Human Resources Business Partner

 

APL, one of the world's leading ocean carriers, offers more than 90 weekly services and call ports in over 50 countries worldwide and provides container transportation through an international shipping network which combines high-quality intermodal operations with advanced technology, equipment and e-commerce.

APL is part of the CMA CGM Group, a leading worldwide shipping & logistics group with headquarters in Marseilles, France.
The Group offers a complete range of activities including shipping, handling facilities in port as well as logistics on land. The Australian group consists of CMA CGM Australia, ANL Container Line Pty Ltd (a wholly owned subsidiary of CMA CGM group) and APL (a wholly owned subsidiary of CMA CGM group) with centralised offices in Melbourne and branch offices in all Australian states.

 

 

 

Position Summary:

 

­­­­­­­­­­­The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

 

This position will be responsible to:

 

• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Assesses and anticipates HR related needs; Analyzes workforce trends and metrics to develop recommendations and solutions, programs and policies.
• Works with management to define department recruitment strategy, as well as job roles and staffing needs, including preparing and revising Position Description Questionnaires; coordinating the Requisition process; working with the Talent Acquisition Team to source candidates; advising in the recruitment, interview, & selection process for new hires and internal promotions; advising regarding job offer terms and conditions; evaluating internal candidates for transfer and promotion; and implementing onboarding and intra-departmental training to help ensure success for new hires and internal transfers/promotions.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Provides guidance and input talent acquisition, talent development, talent retention, talent engagement, training, business unit restructures, workforce planning, succession planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual management development needs.  Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.

 

 

Skill Sets / Education & Experience Requirements:

 

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5+ years working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking.
• Working knowledge of recruiting, performance management, coaching, and associate development.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

 

Skill Sets / Education & Experience Preferred:

 

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or (SHRM-SCP); or HRCI PHR/SPHR credential

 

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APL is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. Alternative application methods are