PM-Partners group is a specialist Project Management Consultancy.
We have a unique way of running projects and providing training and advice, so our clients get the best results with less cost and risk.
Each year we deliver over $3B of projects, train over 10,000 people, and help some of Australia's leading brands improve their PMOs.
6 Month Contract
NSW Local Government
Immediate Start
An established NSW local government organisation is seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager to step into a key leadership position during an important period of change and transformation.
This is an immediate 6 month contract opportunity, suited to a senior P&C; professional who understands the complexities of local government and can quickly build credibility across an organisation.
The Role
Leading the People & Culture function, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across a broad portfolio including:
Employee and Industrial Relations
HR operations and advisory
Payroll oversight
Learning & Development
Work Health & Safety
Organisational culture and employee engagement
Transformation and continuous improvement
Senior and executive recruitment
People policy, governance and workforce initiatives




You will work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders, providing pragmatic advice while helping strengthen culture, capability and P&C; practices across the organisation.
About You
We are looking for an experienced P&C; leader who combines strong relationship-building skills with the confidence to navigate complex people matters.
You will ideally bring:
Strong local government experience – essential
Previous experience at P&C; Manager, HR Manager, Head of P&C; or equivalent level
Strong IR/ER knowledge and experience managing complex matters
Experience leading culture, transformation or organisational change
Broad exposure across HR, payroll, WHS and L&D;
Confidence working with executives and senior stakeholders
A sound understanding of local government governance and operating environments
A team-oriented and approachable leadership style, balanced with the ability to make difficult decisions when required
This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact within an organisation undergoing change, with plenty of scope to shape and strengthen the People & Culture function.
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📌 People & Culture Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 PM-Partners Group
📍 New South Wales