Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner

• Trusted advisor role partnering closely with leaders across WesCEF to shape workforce and talent strategy. 

• Permanent opportunity within a complex, ASX-listed organisation offering exposure to diverse, business-critical portfolios.  

• Based at our brand-new Perth CBD office, offering a modern workplace environment and strong connection to the business. 

Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF) is a division of Wesfarmers Limited and has been operating in Western Australia for more than 110 years. Our eight businesses manufacture and supply essential products to over 225,000 customers in 26 countries, supporting key sectors including agriculture, mining, energy, construction and households. 

Safety, sustainability and community are central to how we operate. We are committed to continuous safety improvement and are working toward net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050. 

With more than 1,300 employees across WA, Queensland and Victoria, we foster a respectful, inclusive workplace where diverse thinking is valued. Guided by our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy and Aboriginal Inclusion Plan, we support gender balance, cultural respect, Indigenous employment and flexible work. We invest in our people through training, career development and recognition programs. 

With our headquarters in Perth, WesCEF plays a key role in supporting Australia’s economic growth and advancing a more sustainable future. 

WESCEF: We create long-term value for critical industries and everyday life. 

About the role 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner to join WesCEF’s Human Resources team. 

Reporting to the HR Business Partnering Manager, this role is a senior, trusted advisor responsible for leading end-to-end talent acquisition, recruitment strategy and onboarding delivery across a complex, multi-business portfolio. You will partner closely with senior leaders and HR Business Partners to deliver high-quality hiring outcomes, build strong talent pipelines, and continuously improve recruitment capability, systems and candidate experience. 

This is a hands-on, strategic role suited to someone who enjoys influencing at senior levels whilst driving recruitment excellence, and shaping future-focused talent solutions. 

Key responsibilities will include:  

• Partner with senior leaders and HR Business Partners to deliver end-to-end recruitment solutions across a diverse portfolio. 

• Lead recruitment for specialist and business-critical roles, providing expert advice on sourcing, selection and assessment. 

• Drive workforce planning and proactively build talent pipelines for future capability needs. 

• Coach and support hiring leaders through interviews, assessments and offer processes. 

• Ensure offers align with remuneration frameworks, governance and internal equity. 

• Oversee and continuously improve onboarding processes and candidate experience. 

• Manage recruitment campaigns, assessment centres and early-career programs as required. 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with recruitment agency partners. 

• Champion inclusive hiring practices in line with WesCEF’s DEIB strategy. 

• Leverage recruitment systems and data to deliver insights, reporting and process improvements. 

• Identify opportunities to digitise, automate and enhance TA and onboarding processes. 

• Ensure recruitment activities comply with policy, governance and safety requirements. 

About You 

You are a highly experienced Talent Acquisition professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys partnering with senior stakeholders. 

You will bring: 

• 5+ years’ experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment, with strong exposure to senior, specialist or business-critical roles. 

• Demonstrated experience operating as a trusted advisor to leaders and HR Business Partners. 

• Strong knowledge of remuneration frameworks, governance and recruitment compliance. 

• Experience delivering recruitment transformation, system improvements or process optimisation. 

• High-level stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills. 

• A continuous improvement mindset and strong attention to detail. 

• Confidence working with recruitment data, metrics and reporting. 

• Tertiary qualification in HR, Business or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). 

What we offer  

At Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF), we value our people and offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and career growth, including: 

• Competitive remuneration, including access to the Wesfarmers employee share plan and participation in our annual incentive plan 

• Flexible working arrangements, including some work-from-home options where applicable 

• Salary sacrifice opportunities, including novated leasing 

• Access to a wide range of employee benefits across the Wesfarmers Group, including staff discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Kleenheat, as well as access to Wesfarmers-sponsored arts and cultural events 

• Paid parental leave of up to 18 weeks 

• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across WesCEF and the broader Wesfarmers Group 

Why WesCEF 

At WesCEF, we are committed to building an engaged, high-performing and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We value diversity of thinking, skills and experience, knowing this drives innovation and better business outcomes. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. 

We are proud to support flexible working arrangements and understand that flexibility looks different for everyone. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to discuss your needs as part of the application process. 

WesCEF operates across multiple locations, with our two major hubs based in Kwinana and the Perth CBD. 

Applications close: Sunday 8th of February 2026 

Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including but not limited to psychometric assessment, police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.   

We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, it is recommended to apply as soon as possible.       

Agency applications will not be accepted.