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Job Title


Plant HRBP


Company : Ferrero International S.A.


Location : Lithgow, Australia


Created : 2025-07-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.Diversity StatementFerrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.About the Role:The role of Plant HRBP is a key facilitator of HR processes and services for local industrial team, and acts as the primary HR liaison for the Plant, coordinating with the Cluster HRBP to implement Group HR strategies. The role ensures alignment with Group policies while addressing the unique needs of the local industrial workforce. The position plays a pivotal role in talent development, employee engagement, labor relations, and HR systems management, contributing to a productive and empowering work environment.Main Responsibilities:Manage Plant HR Strategy and Policy Implementation, support the rollout of Group policies, guidelines, and methodologies at the Plant levelEnsure local HR policies are up-to-date and compliant with Group standards and local regulationsEnsure compliance with labor laws and HR administrative requirementsParticipate in union meetings and contribute to labor relations strategies alongside the ANZ Cluster HRBPSupport communication strategies between managers and employees, support Line Managers in planning and structuring communication processesManage recruitment and hiring processes, and ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hiresPrepare employment contracts in line with Group templates and legal requirementsSupport the implementation of professional development initiatives to enhance workforce capabilitiesOversee training plans and development programs, especially for blue-collar employeesLead the execution of engagement initiatives and contribute to their designCollaborate with internal stakeholders to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culturePlan appropriate activities with internal teams to guarantee a satisfying and empowering working environmentCollaborate with Finance and Payroll teams to ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance with tax and social security obligations; manage payroll process together with the Payroll ManagerManage attendance, leave, and overtime tracking systems and related salary calculationsEnsure timely and compliant HR administrative processesMaintain accurate and up-to-date HR data in SAP and other systemsSupport internal and external audits with reliable HR data and documentationWho we are looking for:University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fieldRelevant HR business partnering experience, manufacturing or industrial setting is preferredHR professional knowledge including staffing, talent development, rewards, labour law and local HR best practicesExcellent interpersonal and cross-functional communication skills, stakeholder managementAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentFlexibility and quick adaptability, open mind, agilityAbility to work under pressure, meeting deadlinesAdvanced with MS Office, SAP knowledge is considered a plusHow to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, youll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world. #J-18808-Ljbffr