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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The Digital, Technology & Distribution segment within Caterpillar is looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join the team based in our state-of-the-art Brisbane CBD office.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We are a leader and proudly have the largest global presence in the industries we serve. 

For 100 years, Caterpillar has been making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. Here you’ll find challenges that excite you and development opportunities to build a lifelong career.

Job Description:

The position primarily supports a key segment of our Cat Technology portfolio, customer coverage across Australia and New Zealand territories, working as part of a global diverse team driving our people strategy.

This position will report to the Human Resources Manager based in the United States.

Principle duties and responsibilities:

As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will perform a variety of HR duties of moderate complexity, allowing you the autonomy to apply demonstrated knowledge of HR policies and procedures.

Responsibilities vary, but may include any of the following:

Qualifications:

• University degree or equivalent experience in a related field.  

• Prior working experience in Human Resources function

• Must be proficient in the full MS office suite

• Experience with Workday will be an advantage

Top candidates will have the following skills and attributes:

• Labour law and regulations governing the Human Resources function.

• Sound understanding of human resources policies, practices, and procedures.

• Effective communicator with the ability to work across all levels of the organisation.

• ​Excellent customer service with strong stakeholder skills

• Highly organised with excellent administrative capabilities and a proven ability to manage HR processes, documentation, and data accurately and efficiently.

• ​Demonstrated ability to analyse situations, make decisions and take measured risks using available data as well as insight.

• Proven ability to maintain high-level of confidentiality and dealing with sensitive issues.

• Demonstrated knowledge of total rewards strategies and market remuneration practices, with the ability to analyse compensation data, benchmark roles, and support informed workforce and reward decision.

• Experience with Workday, Teams and SharePoint is desired or other similar people management systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package including a great bonus structure and share options.

• Intentional career development with exposure to global teams and markets.

• A strong commitment to safety and your wellbeing

• An inclusive workplace culture focused on quality, customer service and the environment

• A commitment to diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity, and equal outcome

• The opportunity to do truly meaningful work in a supportive, constructive culture that encourages you to make the most of your talents.

Caterpillar of Australia is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship.

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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