Join a growing People & Culture team and help shape the future of a purpose-driven organisation.
Based in Northbridge, this permanent full-time chance is suited to an experienced People & Culture professional with strong employee relations, performance management and stakeholder partnering experience.
You'll influence culture, build leadership capability and support the workforce delivering life-changing services across WA.
About Ruah
Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia's community services sector.
Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.
Our qualified team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA's biggest Peer support workforces.
Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.
By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Ruah as a People & Culture Partner at a time of significant organisational growth.
Partnering with leaders across the Ruah Group, you'll play a key role in building leadership capability, strengthening workplace culture, and driving positive people outcomes.
As a trusted advisor, you'll support leaders to navigate complex employee relations matters, workforce challenges and organisational change initiatives.
This role offers a broad HR generalist scope, including employee relations, industrial relations, workplace investigations, performance management, workforce planning, change management, leadership coaching, employment legislation and organisational development.
This is a permanent full-time position (1.0 FTE) based in our Northbridge office.
Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture Partnering, you'll manage a portfolio of services and provide trusted partnering support to leaders, helping them build capability, navigate complex employee matters, and deliver effective outcomes for their teams.
You'll join a growing and collaborative People & Culture team that provides end-to-end support across the Ruah Group.
Following a period of significant organisational growth,



we're expanding the capacity of our Partnering team through the addition of another People & Culture Partner.
Alongside specialists in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and Workplace Safety & Wellness, supported by dedicated People & Culture Administrators, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to supporting, developing and retaining talented people across the organisation.
In This Role, You'll
Partner with leaders to provide expert advice across employee relations, industrial relations and Human Resources matters
Manage performance management processes, workplace investigations and complex employee relations matters
Support workforce planning, organisational change and leadership capability initiatives
Interpret and apply employment legislation, enterprise agreements, awards and organisational policies
Coach, influence and support leaders to effectively manage people matters
Contribute to People & Culture projects, continuous improvement initiatives and organisational development
We're seeking a proactive and values-driven People & Culture professional who combines strong technical expertise, sound judgement and a genuine passion for supporting people.
Above all, you'll embody Ruah's values of Respect, Integrity, Connection, Quality and Hope, while bringing a people-centred approach to partnering with leaders and creating positive outcomes for our people and organisation.
What We're Looking For
You'll Be Able To Demonstrate
Experience in a People & Culture Partner, HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor, or similar generalist Human Resources role, with demonstrated capability in complex employee relations and stakeholder partnering
Strong employee relations experience, including workplace investigations and performance management
Sound knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Awards, Enterprise Agreements and employment legislation
Experience supporting organisational change, workforce planning and leadership capability development
Strong understanding of industrial relations, employment legislation and contemporary Human Resources practices




Exceptional stakeholder management skills and the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide practical, balanced and solutions-focused advice
A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous learning and professional development
The ability to travel throughout the Perth metropolitan area as required
Highly Desirable
Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline
AHRI membership
Experience within community services, health, social services, disability, mental health or not-for-profit sectors
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture and experience working with culturally diverse communities
This is an excellent prospect for a people-focused HR professional who wants to combine meaningful work with the opportunity to influence organisational culture, partner with leaders, and help build engaged, high-performing teams.
What We Offer
In addition to meaningful work and the prospect to contribute to real change in the community, you'll enjoy:
Salary of $105,916 - $110,713 (Level 5, Ruah Enterprise Agreement)
Salary packaging of up to $15,900 plus $2,650 in meal and entertainment benefits
5 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% annual leave loading
16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to access up to 32 weeks at half pay
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
Flexible, life-friendly working arrangements
Opportunities to participate in employee networks, Pride events, reconciliation initiatives, cultural celebrations and working groups across the organisation
Required Compliance Documents
Current WA Driver's Licence
National Police Clearance (issued within the last six months)
For further information, please contact Racheal Moeke, Manager, People & Culture Partnering, at ******.
Ruah has a zero tolerance against child abuse and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and their right to feel safe and be safe across all areas of our organisation.
We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, weneed people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.
Everyone is welcome.
Everyone belongs.
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📌 People & Culture Partner (Perth)
🏢 Ruah Community Services
📍 Perth