Hays is partnering with a leading Australian organisation supporting critical national security and Defence capability programmes. We are seeking an experienced People Partner to join a cooperative People & Culture team in a hands‑on HR generalist role. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys partnering closely with leaders, influencing workplace culture, and managing a broad range of employee matters within a complex and highly regulated environment.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the People & Culture function, you will provide trusted HR advice and support across a designated business area, partnering with managers to drive positive employee outcomes and workforce performance.

Key Responsibilities - Partner with leaders to provide pragmatic HR advice and solutions

- Support employee relations matters, including performance and conduct issues
- Facilitate conflict resolution and workplace investigations
- Contribute to workforce planning and talent initiatives
- Lead onboarding activities and support the employee life cycle
- Conduct exit interviews and identify workforce trends
- Provide advice on industrial relations, legislation and policy interpretation
- Champion employee engagement,



culture and workplace wellbeing initiatives
- Ensure HR compliance, governance and accurate record keeping About You - Minimum 3 years' experience in an HR Business Partner, People Partner or Senior HR Advisor role
- Strong employee relations and performance management experience
- Sound understanding of Australian employment legislation and industrial frameworks
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Relevant qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline
- Ability to exercise discretion and manage confidential matters professionally What's on Offer?
- Salary package circa $130,000 + Super
- Six weeks annual leave
- Generous employer superannuation contributions
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee wellbeing programmes
- Free on-site parking
- Stable, long-term career opportunity within a growing organisation Requirements - Australian Citizenship is essential
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance
- Full-time office-based role (5 days on-site)

📌 People Partner | Defence Industry (Canberra)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Canberra