Sr HR Business Partner - Drilling Permian

The Senior Human Resources (HR) Business Partner serves as a primary point of contact for general HR related issues and questions while providing support and guidance across various Patterson-UTI Drilling functions.  The successful candidate will ensure compliance with our policies and procedures and contribute to the broader HR organization strategies, initiatives and overall business objectives. This role requires a strong HR generalist background with the ability to build strong relationships with employees, other HR professionals and stakeholders at all levels. This person will also assist business units in identifying, developing and retaining talent that enhances team performance. 

The successful candidate will: set high standards of performance for themselves and others; be professional in written, verbal and personal actions in any situation; seek new knowledge and experiences; have an analytical mindset that can utilize factual data to develop creative and business-oriented solutions; be self- aware and adjust accordingly to different environments and audiences. 

This role performs under the direction of the HR Manager. 

Detailed Description:

• Manage all employee relations issues and work closely with management and employees to build effective working relationships, improve retention and strengthen morale 

• Provides day to day performance management guidance to management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)

• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations and advises on disciplinary action

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements and compliance related to employees, and partner with legal department as needed/required 

• Provides HR Policy guidance and interpretation, while assisting in driving improvements to HR policies, practices and processes 

• Prepare various reports as required and analyze/interpret data, trends and metrics in partnership with broader HR teams to develop solutions, programs and policies

• Provide guidance and input on workforce planning, succession planning and other business initiatives

• Participate in the interview, hiring and onboarding process in a fast-paced environment while making employment decisions in a manner consistent with all Company policies, including the Company’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy 

• Assist in processing transfers, promotions, and demotions

• Work with the Learning and Development and Talent Management teams to identify and deliver training needs for the business

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support HR Business Partner objectives and enterprise needs

Job Requirements:

• Excellent communication and relationship building skills to work effectively with all levels of leadership, hourly employees and peers, strong investigative, analytical, critical thinking skills and solid understanding of HR processes, practices, and legal and regulatory legislation.

• Excellent communication skills which include the ability to speak, write and listen in a manner that clarifies issues,  promotes closure  and  delivers information in  a  clear and  concise  manner and  facilitates  good decision-making is required 

• Ability to prepare and present HR initiatives and training programs to management and employees

• Ability  to maintain  Company  and employee confidentiality  at  all times  and handle  sensitive employee information and protect Company proprietary information in an appropriate manner.

• High level  of  energy needed  for  a  fast-paced  environment where  multiple  initiatives are  happening simultaneously

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast- paced, dynamic environment.

• Advanced proficiency with HR systems such as Oracle HCM, Oracle Recruiting Cloud and Resolver

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook with strong documentation and reporting skills

• Ability to travel as needed to other offices and drilling rig work sites, occasionally requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area

• Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) including proper use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field of study
• 5+ years of Human Resources generalist experience 
• 3+ years of investigation experience related to employee relations
• Knowledge of state and federal labor laws

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Oil  & Gas industry  

• PHR or SHRM-CP

Additional Details:

Work is primarily in a climate controlled / office environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential. Frequent travel to other Company offices and drilling rig work sites, often in remote locations, is required which may be in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, cold, heat, day, night, etc.) and employees will be expected to properly use designated personal protective equipment (PPE). The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk with occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending and frequent near vision use for reading and use of computer, telephone and other office equipment. 

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