Senior HR Business Partner

Partnering with Leaders to Power Our People.

Hastings Deering is one of the largest employers in the Mackay region, playing a critical role in supporting Queensland’s mining and resources industry. We are investing in our people and our future, including the development of a new Mackay Parts Fulfilment Centre with world‑class automation that will elevate safety, capability, and customer experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑performing team during a period of transformation. As our Senior Human Resources Business Partner based in Mackay, you will partner closely with the Regional Area Manager and operational leaders to enable performance, build capability, and deliver key business objectives.

Guided by our values of Acting with Integrity, Caring for All, and Winning Together, we are a high‑performing team focused on long‑term success.

What you’ll be doing:

In this role, you will:

• Build strong trusted relationships with our operational business leaders advising them on policies, processes, and award interpretation to ensure fair and consistent decisions.
• Coach and build leader capability for the future to managing performance, behaviour, and team culture, so we can continue to be seen as one of the best companies to work for.
• Oversee employee relations cases, in partnership with the Employee Relations team.
• Drive a safety-first culture whilst overseeing workforce and safety-related processes.
• Deliver performance and talent initiatives, supporting reviews, succession planning, and development pathways as we continue to build a world class culture.
• Enhance employee experience and support change, embedding engagement initiatives and new ways of working.

What you’ll need:

• Degree in Human Resources / Business or related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in a similar role
• Proven experience managing performance and conduct matters
• Demonstrated ability to coach leaders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A genuine desire to contribute strong relationship‑building skills to a business that thrives on connection
• An interest in making a meaningful difference and supporting a great team—while having fun along the way

Who are we and why work with us?

Hastings Deering is proud to be one of the top 5 Caterpillar dealerships globally. We sell, rent, and offer support and parts distribution services for Cat® products across a range of industries, including resources, general construction, civil transport and commercial construction, power systems, government, primary industries and marine.

We have more than 3,500 employees across 23 business service centres throughout Queensland, Northern Territory, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, with our headquarters based in Brisbane, Australia.

When you join our team at Hastings Deering, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive Salary & Security – A rewarding salary package with yearly reviews, along with a range of benefits designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security.
• Training & Career Development – Opportunities for training, mentorship, and career development specific to your role.
• Stable & Long-Term Career – Benefit from the security of a stable, long-term position at Hastings Deering, offering you peace of mind and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Dedicated programs and utilities to support your physical, mental, and financial health, including our Employee Assistance Program, Fitness Passport, free health checks, and discounted private health insurance.
• Parental Leave – Paid parental leave options with 16 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.

Interested? Here’s What’s Next:

If you’re interested in growing your career with a large OEM, we’d love to hear from you!

📌 Apply Now – click the button below.
📞 Enquiries: 1300 071 618
👤 Contact: Brianna Smith – Brianna.l.smith@hastingsdeering.com.au


Hastings Deering follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your Talent Acquisition Partner will support you through the process.