Human Resources Business Partner

Human Resources Business Partner – Permanent, Full-time /Perth CBD Office Join Western Power as a Human Resources Business Partner, where you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting business leaders and driving people strategies across the organisation. In this role, you’ll provide expert guidance on function initiatives, capability development, employee relations, and cyclical processes, helping to shape a high-performing and respectful workplace culture. It is also an exciting time at Western Power, where we are transforming the way HRBPs support the business on their growth trajectory, in this role, you will have an opportunity to influence this transformation. Your Role in Action Partner with leaders to deliver workforce management, succession planning, and capability development initiatives. Provide guidance and support on business unit restructures and implementation of key HR programs and processes. Manage employee relations matters, including performance issues, complaints, and investigations, ensuring compliance with relevant frameworks and in connection with our Case Management team. Analyse workforce trends and metrics to develop practical solutions, programs, and policies. Act as a trusted point of contact for business leaders within your portfolio, identifying gaps and implementing improvements. Support HR-related projects and initiatives across the business, fostering strong collaborative relationships. Manage a dynamic workload with effective prioritisation, risk assessment, and problem‑solving skills. What Makes You a Great Fit Tertiary qualifications in HR, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline. Strong generalist HR experience, including employee relations and HR program implementation. Experience in operational or professional workforce settings, with exposure to industrial tribunals or commissions highly regarded. Demonstrated ability to provide practical HR advice and solutions across complex organisational environments. Strong analytical, organisational, and business acumen to manage complex projects and influence outcomes. Experience in process improvement with a strategic mind, identifying opportunities for improvement and driving initiatives that enhance efficiency, impact, and employee experience. Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and drive behavioural change. Advanced prioritisation, attention to detail, and risk assessment capabilities. By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work‑life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression. Flexible work arrangements to support part‑time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. An award‑winning employee recognition and benefits programme. An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation. In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year. Access to end‑of‑trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists. On‑site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day. 22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections. Applications close on 25 November 2025 We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180 endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr