At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Above Water Systems team provides engineering & maintenance services to Royal Australian Navy vessels and commercial ships. We’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to our defence partners. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, our people have room to grow and develop an impactful career with us.

Located centrally at Garden Island or at our office on William Street in Woolloomooloo, on Gadigal land,  your role will be:

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a key business partner to senior leaders in AWS operations, aligning business goals with HR strategy.

Provide employee advice, line manager support, and guidance on employee agreements, performance management, and generalist HR matters.

Offer expert guidance on policy interpretation, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks.

Provide specialized advice on program/project changes while ensuring compliance with Fair Work requirements.

Coach managers and senior leaders to enhance team performance, culture, and continuous improvement.

Manage and resolve employee relations issues (with support from the ER CoE), including performance management, conduct issues, and investigations/formal grievances, recommending corrective actions as necessary.

Drive annual HR activities such as remuneration reviews, talent reviews, and performance management, while supporting ad-hoc HR projects and initiatives.

About You:

Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in a similar HR or ER advisory role, ideally supporting both remote and on-site stakeholders.

Skilled in providing generalist advice and support to diverse stakeholder groups in Engineering, Blue Collar, and White Collar sectors.

Strong communicator with excellent customer service skills and a collaborative approach to stakeholder partnerships.

Well-developed HR generalist knowledge with strong problem-solving capabilities and an analytical approach to achieving outcomes through people.

Proven ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated capacity to navigate complexity and ambiguity with multiple data sets.

Experience in an industrial environment and/or expertise in interpreting and advising on complex enterprise agreements.

Ability to engage and manage stakeholders effectively, with strong analytical skills and a hands-on approach.

Proven influencing skills to drive positive outcomes across all organizational levels.

Ability to obtain Australian Defence Clearances.

Benefits @ Thales

Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance

ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS

Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

Modernised Paid Parental Leave

Veterans Leave

Novated Lease options

Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

Personal & professional training development opportunities

Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Good to Know

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. For this role you can expect a process.

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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