People and Culture Business Partner

Salary:

55 - 65

/ Hour

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

VIC - Melbourne - VIC

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

4033581

Contact Name:

Imogen

Contact Email:

imogen@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

07-May-2026

We are currently partnering with a Local Council seeking an experienced Senior Business Partner to provide both strategic and operational HR support across a diverse portfolio during a key period of transformation and workforce activity on a short-term contract basis.

This senior generalist opportunity will see you partnering closely with leaders across the organisation to deliver high-quality HR consultancy, employee relations support, and workforce solutions in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

About the role Reporting into the People & Culture leadership team, this role will provide end-to-end HR support across all areas of the employee lifecycle, while contributing to broader organisational initiatives and people strategies.
Initially, the key focus areas will include:

Building strong and trusted partnerships with leaders across the organisation
Coaching and supporting leaders across all aspects of employee management
Providing specialist advice and support across employee and industrial relations matters
Supporting workplace culture uplift, leadership capability and workforce outcomes
Contributing to HR projects, policy implementation and continuous improvement initiatives
Assisting with workforce planning, organisational development and change initiatives
Supporting recruitment activities and broader people operations as required

This is a dynamic role where priorities may shift in line with organisational needs and operational requirements.
About you To be successful in this position you will demonstrate:

Significant experience in a senior HR Business Partner or People & Culture role
Demonstrated experience in Employee Relations and HR consultancy within Local Government or a complex unionised environment
Sound understanding of Fair Work legislation, Awards and Enterprise Agreements
Proven ability to coach, influence and partner with leaders at all levels
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Experience contributing to organisational development, workforce planning and culture initiatives
A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach
Local Council / government experience is vital

What’s on offer

Immediate start opportunity
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Supportive and collaborative People & Culture team
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Local Government

If you are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in a strategic partnering role while remaining hands-on operationally, we would love to hear from you.

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