HR Business Partner

Public Sector People ·www.publicsectorpeople.com.au

Location VIC - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Salary AUD 50 - 70 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Our client, a local council in Melbourne's north-east, is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner  to join their People and Culture team on a temporary 3 month full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, providing expert employee relations advice, and contributing to strategic people initiatives in a collaborative and values-driven environment.

About the Role Reporting to the Manager Human Resources, you will partner with leaders across the organisation to provide expert advice across the full employee lifecycle. You'll play a key role in supporting organisational change, managing complex employee relations matters, reviewing policies and procedures, and delivering strategic HR projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide trusted HR advice across the full employee lifecycle.
  • Coach and support managers on employee and industrial relations matters.
  • Interpret employment legislation, Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
  • Manage complex employee relations, investigations and performance matters.
  • Develop, review and implement HR policies and procedures.
  • Support workforce planning, recruitment and organisational development initiatives.
  • Deliver HR projects including employee engagement, reporting and system improvements.
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.
About You To be successful in this role you will have:
  • Demonstrated experience in a HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor position.
  • Strong employee and industrial relations experience.
  • Sound knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Awards, Enterprise Agreements and employment legislation.
  • Experience developing HR policies and procedures.
  • The ability to influence, coach and build trusted relationships with leaders.
  • Strong project management, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Previous experience within Local Government, State Government, Community Health or another unionised environment will be highly regarded.
What's on Offer
  • Temporary full-time opportunity.
  • Supportive and collaborative People and Culture team.
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful organisational projects.
  • Hybrid working arrangements available.
  • Immediate start or candidates with up to two weeks' notice are encouraged to apply.
If you're an experienced HR professional looking for your next contract opportunity within Local Government, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your resume via SEEK.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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Who is hiring for the HR Business Partner role?
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Where is the HR Business Partner job located?
The HR Business Partner role with Public Sector People is based in VIC - Melbourne, VIC, AU.
What does the HR Business Partner role pay?
Public Sector People lists the HR Business Partner role at AUD 50–70 per hour.
Is the HR Business Partner role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Public Sector People.
What experience level is the HR Business Partner role?
The HR Business Partner position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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