Human Resources Business Partner - Mobile, AL

Human Resources Business Partner

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 Austal's 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.