Job Description

This is a true generalist partnering role supporting operational leaders across our Melbourne villages, with a particular focus on industrial relations, modern awards, employee relations, leader capability and workforce effectiveness.

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As a trusted advisor to operational leaders, you'll partner closely with leaders across our Australian villages to deliver practical people solutions that support safe, compliant and high-performing operations.

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Your day-to-day will include:

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- Employee Relations and Industrial Relations advisory
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- Modern Award interpretation and application
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- Union engagement and consultation
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- Enterprise bargaining preparation and support
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- Workforce planning and organisational effectiveness
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- Leadership coaching and capability development
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- Change management and consultation
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- Compliance in regulated and award-based environments
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This is a hands-on role that combines strategic partnership with day-to-day coaching, guidance and problem-solving. You'll bring confidence navigating complex workforce environments while supporting leaders to make sound people decisions that align with both business needs and employee experience.

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Travel will primarily be across our Greater Melbourne villages, including Cranbourne North, Oakleigh South and Chirnside Park.

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Based in our small but mighty Melbourne office,



this role offers flexibility and may suit someone seeking approximately 3 days per week or reduced hours up to 30 hours per week.

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We are looking for a seasoned HR Business Partner with strong generalist capability to support our Australian Operations team. You'll be a trusted advisor to leaders, bringing confidence across employee relations, industrial relations, leadership coaching and workforce initiatives.

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You'll also bring:

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- Demonstrated experience working either in healthcare or very complex operational business workplace
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- Substantial experience operating at a senior HR/P&C; Business Partner level
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- Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and industrial frameworks
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Additional Information

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At Summerset, we're united by our values - One Team, Strong Enough to Care, Strive to Be the Best - and we celebrate what makes each of us unique. Benefits you can expect to receive our:

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- Flexible working: 30 hours per week across 3 to 4 days - your choice
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- A growing organisation where your impact is felt
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- Birthday leave and retail discounts
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- A role with purpose, in a business that's all about people
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If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

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Applications for this role will close on Monday, 28th September 2026.

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P&C; Business Partner - Australian Operations - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

📌 P&C Business Partner - Australian Operations (Victoria)
🏢 Summerset - Corporate
📍 Victoria