Job Description
Influence positive people outcomes. Shape an engaged, high-performing workforce.
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Join our progressive People & Culture team and partner with leaders across Council to deliver people solutions that strengthen workforce capability, enhance employee experience and support organisational success. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through trusted business partnering, expert advice, and people initiatives and projects that help shape our future workplace.
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The Role
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As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will be a trusted advisor to people leaders across Council, providing contemporary human resources, employee relations and industrial relations support across a diverse range of workforce matters.
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Balancing strategic business partnering with hands-on operational delivery, you will navigate complex employee matters, contribute to workforce planning and change initiatives, and drive practical solutions that support high performance, positive employee experience and a strong workplace culture.
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In this role, you will:
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Partner with people leaders to provide expert HR, employee relations and industrial relations advice across a broad range of people matters.
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Coach and support to build capability, confidence and effective people management practices.
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Manage performance and conduct matters, grievances, complaints and workplace investigations.
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Provide guidance and support on organisational change initiatives, restructures, workforce planning and organisational design activities.
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Develop, review and improve People & Culture policies, procedures and frameworks to ensure best practice and legislative compliance.
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Monitor workforce trends, analyse people data and provide insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
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Lead and contribute to people-focused projects and initiatives that enhance workplace culture, employee experience and organisational performance.
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About You
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You are a trusted HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, navigating complex people matters and delivering practical solutions that support organisational success. You build robust relationships and have a people focused approach to workforce challenges and opportunities.
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You will bring:
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Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations or a related discipline.
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Demonstrated experience in a senior Human Resources or Human Resources Business Partner role.
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Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments and contemporary HR practices.
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Proven ability to partner with leaders, influence and advise with confidence and deliver positive people outcomes.
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Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex workplace issues.
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Well-developed organisational skills,



attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
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What We Offer
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Permanent full-time – 70 hours per fortnight
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Salary from $117,****** to $136,****** p.a., plus 12% superannuation (negotiated based on skills & experience)
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Located in Hurstville CBD – 5 min walk from station
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Council benefits include:
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Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work (after probation), adaptable start and finish times, and the option of a 9-day fortnight
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Generous leave entitlements, including 4 weeks annual leave, 1 week MyLeave (supporting your health and wellbeing) and 14 weeks parental leave
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Award pay increases of 8% over the next two years
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Long service leave after 5 years
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Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including a Sponsored Study Program
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Employee Rewards Program
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Confidential Employee Assistance Program
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A supportive and collaborative team setting
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If you're an experienced HR professional looking to partner with leaders, influence organisational outcomes and contribute to a positive workplace culture, we'd love to hear from you.
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If you would like further information on this role, please contact Lisa Cooper, Head of Employee Relations and Talent via ************.
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Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
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Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or hold unlimited working rights in Australia (no visa restrictions) to apply for this position.

📌 Human Resources Business Partner (New South Wales)
🏢 Georges River Council
📍 New South Wales