Senior People Experience Business Partner

Hobsons Bay Civic Centre - 115 Civic Parade Altona

- Altona location, close to publictransport
- Permanent, full time position
- Provide expert and timely HR advice
- Salary: Band 8 - $123,558.59 to$138,163.90 + superannuation + monthlyRDO

We're here. We're community. We're Hobsons Bay.

At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed tocreating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You’llbe part of a forward-thinking organisation that supportsinnovation, collaboration, and qualified growth, and whichaspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

As Senior People Experience Business Partner, you'll workclosely with leaders across Council to provide strategic andpractical HR support across the full employee lifecycle. Thissenior generalist role combines employee and industrialrelations, recruitment, workforce planning, organisationaldevelopment and leadership coaching, helping to build ahigh-performing, positive and compliant workplace culture.

What you’ll be doing

- Partner with leaders and provide expert advice on abroad range of HR matters.
- Coach and support leaders in performance, conduct,development and employee engagement matters.
- Manage and provide guidance on complex employee andindustrial relations issues.
- Support recruitment, onboarding and workforce planningactivities across the organisation.
- Contribute to people projects, policy implementationand continuous improvement initiatives.

- Partner with leaders and provide expert advice on abroad range of HR matters.
- Coach and support leaders in performance, conduct,development and employee engagement matters.
- Manage and provide guidance on complex employee andindustrial relations issues.
- Support recruitment, onboarding and workforce planningactivities across the organisation.
- Contribute to people projects, policy implementationand continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll need to succeed





- Degree qualification in Human Resources or a relateddiscipline, or equivalent experience.
- Extensive experience in employee and industrialrelations.
- Strong knowledge of enterprise agreements, employmentlegislation and HR best practice.
- Highly developed analytical, investigative andproblem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to influence, coach and build strongstakeholder relationships.

Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 26thAugust2026 .

To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we areunable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. Weappreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications viaCouncil's online portal.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a NationalPolice Record Check.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident orhold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted workingrights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitmentprocess.

What we can offer

- Hybrid working flexibility, whether you're home, or in ournewly renovated & spacious office facilities.
- Our location in the centre of Altona is close to publictransport, cafes and parks. Enjoy your lunch at the pier, or anafternoon walk along the lake.
- Go to the gym or ride your bike before work? Our End ofTrip Facility offers bike storage and shower facilities to getyou refreshed and ready to go!
- Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program,wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership,Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes, andwalking & social clubs.
- Ongoing professional development support - we'll championyour growth, because your career matters to us!
- A team that’s shaping a brighter future, working togetherto create a sustainable, thriving community for generations tocome.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

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📌 Senior People Experience Business Partner (City of Hobsons Bay)
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