HR Business Partner - IR/ER

    HR Business Partner - IR/ER

    Salary:

    $55 - 65

    / Hour

    Contract Type:

    Temporary

    Location:

    Melbourne - VIC 

    Industry:

    Professional

    Reference:

    0202SKE

    Contact Name:

    Sarah Kettlewell

    Contact Email:

    sarah@publicsectorpeople.com.au

    Date Published:

    10-Feb-2025

    Public Sector People are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner with a strong focus on Employee & Industrial Relations to join a Local Council in South-East Melbourne on a 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend. 

    This role is critical in providing ER/IR expertise, supporting leaders in navigating complex employee relations matters, enterprise agreement interpretation, and workplace investigations. The successful candidate will play a key role in coaching leaders and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and frameworks while driving HR initiatives across the Council. 

    Key Responsibilities: 
    • Partner with department leaders to provide expert ER/IR advice and build leadership capability.
    • Manage workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, and case management.
    • Interpret and provide guidance on Council’s Enterprise Agreements and HR policies.
    • Support workforce change initiatives, including restructures and organisational development.
    • Assist in talent acquisition, performance management, and HR policy implementation.
    Key Requirements:
    • Proven experience in an HR Business Partnering role with a strong ER/IR focus.
    • Strong knowledge of employment law, enterprise agreements, and industrial relations frameworks.
    • Experience in managing grievances, disputes, and complex employee relations cases.
    • Ability to coach and influence leaders at all levels with confidence and discretion.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

    For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity or other positions within Local Government, please contact Sarah Kettlewell on (03) 8535 3111.
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