The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment. We value diversity and understand diverse workplaces are more effective and innovative so we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. As our department is an equal opportunity employer, supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of diverse sexualities and youth. It is also important to be aware that DPIRD is an emergency management department and so on occasion, all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies To learn more about our department, our team and the work we do, please visit our website. About the opportunity We currently have two (2) permanent and one (1) fixed term Level 7 Strategic HR Business Partner positions available for immediate filling in the Perth Metropolitan area, with the possibility of extension Successful candidates will be strategic thinking HR professionals who thrive on building trusted relationships, influencing decision making, and analysing workforce opportunities and challenges and translating these to solutions that create real organisational workforce impact. With experience working at a senior level, you will confidently partner with executives, senior leaders and managers, providing trusted advice and guidance to help achieve business outcomes, strengthen workforce capability and foster a positive workplace culture. Reporting to the Director People and Culture, your

key responsibilities
will include:




• Use workforce insights, trends and data to identify opportunities, address challenges and develop evidence-based strategies that support business priorities and future workforce capability.
• Partner with leaders to develop and implement workforce initiatives that support business priorities and organisational success.
• Providing high-level advice on HR matters including workforce planning, organisational design, recruitment, performance management, employee relations, fitness for work and change management.
• Build leadership capability by coaching, supporting and empowering leaders to effectively lead and manage their people, creating positive workplace outcomes.
• Lead and support organisational change initiatives, helping leaders and teams successfully navigate change and achieve sustainable results.
• Working collaboratively across People and Culture teams to deliver integrated HR and stakeholder focused services that add value to the business.
• Promoting a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, diversity and inclusion. Applications are now open for Level 7 Strategic HR Business Partner positions. These roles are offered on a full-time basis; however, part-time arrangements of 0.8 FTE and above may be considered for the successful applicant(s). Candidates found suitable through this process will be placed in a pool and may be offered a permanent or fixed term position where they become vacant over the next 12 months. About the team and benefits We are genuinely committed to developing and supporting our workforce to be their best by creating a positive work environment, supporting work/life balance and encouraging our employees to learn on the job and build their skills. Some of the benefits of this job and working at DPIRD include:
• Prospect to work for a department that is renowned as a world leader in a range of fields, from research and development to biosecurity and sustainability.

How to apply
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📌 Strategic HR Business Partner (Perth)
🏢 Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
📍 Perth