About us The Ngaanyatjarra Council Group (NCG) is a community-led organisation representing the interests of Traditional Owners, known as Yarnangu, across 11 communities in the Central Desert region of Western Australia. Established in 1981, NCG employs more than 450 people and delivers a diverse range of essential services, including health, utilities, construction, employment, community development, shops, roadhouses, art centres and land services. As one of Australia's largest and most successful Indigenous organisations, we work alongside communities to support their priorities, strengthen local capability and create positive social and economic outcomes.

About the role

Ngaanyatjarra Council Group (NCG) is seeking an accomplished and collaborative Business Partner (Health & Communities) to join the People team in Perth, supporting the Health portfolio and the delivery of essential health, culture and retail services across the remote Aboriginal communities of the Ngaanyatjarra Lands. As a trusted advisor to leaders, you will help shape workforce strategies, strengthen leadership capability and create a positive employee experience for the people who deliver vital health services to Yarnangu. Working with a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce, you will provide practical, contemporary advice across the full spectrum of HR, including employee and industrial relations, performance management, workforce planning, organisational change, recruitment, policy development and employment legislation.

This is a true HR generalist Business Partner role offering the opportunity to work at both a strategic and operational level.

Key responsibilities

- Build trusted partnerships by working closely with Health leaders to provide strategic and practical HR advice that supports workforce planning, operational priorities and effective people leadership




- Provide expert advice and support on employee and industrial relations, investigations, performance management, disciplinary processes, grievances, Award interpretation and employment legislation
- Coach and empower managers to lead their teams effectively, manage workplace challenges, improve employee engagement and apply best-practice people management approaches
- Partner with leaders on restructures, workforce planning and other organisational change initiatives, helping ensure change is managed effectively, sensitively and in line with organisational objectives
- Work alongside the Injury Management Consultant to support workers' compensation, injury management and compliant return-to-work processes
- Balance strategic business partnering with hands-on generalist HR delivery, including employment documentation, employee records, HR processes and day-to-day operational support
- Identify opportunities to improve HR practices, strengthen processes and deliver responsive, effective People & Culture services across a complex operating environment

About you

- A degree qualification in Human Resources
- At least eight years' experience in Human Resources, with strong capability in employee relations and/or industrial relations
- Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation, the Fair Work framework, Modern Awards and contemporary HR practices
- Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations and performance management processes
- Experience advising on remuneration,



Award interpretation and employment compliance
- A proven ability to build trusted stakeholder relationships, influence decision-making and coach leaders at all levels
- Experience contributing to or leading HR projects, organisational change initiatives and continuous improvement activities
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret HR data and identify opportunities for improvement
- Experience supporting workers' compensation and injury management processes will be an advantage
- Experience working within Aboriginal organisations, healthcare or community services will be highly regarded

Benefits

- Access a competitive salary package and generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits that can help maximise your take-home pay
- Join an organisation where effective HR support directly contributes to the delivery of essential services and the wellbeing of remote Aboriginal communities
- Help build a capable, engaged and supported workforce serving Yarnangu across the Ngaanyatjarra Lands
- Become part of a passionate, collaborative team committed to supporting employees and strengthening organisational capability
- Join one of Australia’s largest and most successful Indigenous organisations and contribute to positive social and economic outcomes for communities

Ready to Make a Difference? If you are an experienced HR professional looking for a role that combines meaningful work, trusted business partnerships and the chance to make a tangible difference, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Join us in building a capable, engaged and supported workforce that enables high-quality health services and strengthens the wellbeing of remote Ngaanyatjarra communities.

📌 Human Resources Business Partner (Perth)
🏢 Ngaanyatjarra Council Group
📍 Perth