Senior Industrial Relations Business Partner

Senior Industrial Relations Business Partner

PEMEX Deer Park

is seeking a

to assist front-line supervisors and managers with the daily management of industrial relations matters. Acting as a primary link between management and union representatives, this position fosters constructive dialogue and effective resolution of workplace concerns. The IR Business Partner helps sustain a balanced labor environment by handling grievance investigations, clarifying contract terms, and providing support to the IR Manager in implementing strategic industrial relations initiatives.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:

We value the time and efforts of our employees. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by competitive compensation, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided.

- Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching.

- Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection.

- Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts are offered.

- Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off and Flexible Working Schedule, including limited ability to work remotely.

Additionally, we strive to create an optimal environment for our employees, where they can learn, grow, and thrive within the company. We strive to create a collaborative and creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

To succeed as a Senior Industrial Relations Business Partner, you must have:

- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Business, or related field; advanced certifications (e.g., SHRM, PHR, SCP) preferred.

- Minimum 7 years of experience in labor relations, employee relations, or HR, with proven success in unionized environments.

- Solid knowledge of labor laws, contract negotiations, and HR regulations, with proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.

- Ability to be on-site at PEMEX Deer Park at least three days per week, travel within the refinery as needed, and qualify for a TWIC card.

As a Senior Industrial Relations Business Partner, you will:

- Provide guidance and support to supervisors and managers on day-to-day industrial relations (IR) and HR matters, ensuring compliance with contracts, policies, and laws.

- Serve as a key liaison with union representatives, addressing grievances, facilitating negotiations, and fostering constructive labor-management relationships.

- Investigate and document workplace issues, including grievances, disputes, and disciplinary matters, ensuring accurate records and timely resolution.

- Support strategic IR initiatives by assisting the IR Manager with contract negotiations, pay-related issues, and long- and short-term labor relations strategies.

- Contribute to workforce management and development, including recruitment support, employee engagement, and initiatives to improve morale, productivity, and retention.

PEMEX Deer Park

is a highly complex refinery located 18 miles east of Houston in Deer Park, TX. It is part of the Pemex group, a fully integrated oil company in the Americas, working across the entire value chain: exploration, production, industrial processing/refining, logistics, and marketing. The refinery’s rated capacity is 340,000 barrels per day and has the flexibility to process multiple grades of crude, producing high-quality transportation fuels the world needs. The Pemex site is co-located with other 3rd party chemical facilities, allowing for further integration and optimization of the refinery and its products. Pemex Deer Park provides a diverse and inclusive work environment, employing approximately 1,000 employees and an additional 1,200 contractors on-site. We set high-performance and ethical behavior standards and offer challenging and fulfilling job opportunities in several fields. We take great pride in our ability to ensure the health and safety of our workers and the environment while being a good neighbor and positively impacting the local community where we work.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Energy!

Join our refinery team, where precision, safety, and innovation drive our daily operations. Apply now and become a key player in keeping our refinery operations running at peak performance!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.