HR Business Partner/Senior HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner/Senior HR Business Partner Enjoy fantastic employee benefits - parking, onsite gym, wellness program & more Permanent full-time position $103,074 to $117,880 + up to 15.5% super**Conditions apply About the role Working as part of a larger People & Culture group, our small team of Business Partners support our most valuable asset – our people. This role is a driving force behind strategic people initiatives that shape an exceptional employee experience. From steering workforce planning and championing diversity and inclusion to crafting contemporary policies, elevating our EVP, and supporting industrial relations, you will help create a workplace where people thrive. In addition to driving strategic projects, this role works concurrently in partnership with a range of departments, including our outdoor and indoor workforce to provide expert HR advice and coaching. The role supports a portfolio of departments and will manage matters pertaining to employee relations including but not limited to IR/ER advice, performance management and classification analysis. Responsibilities Steer workforce planning and champion diversity and inclusion initiatives. Craft contemporary policies and elevate the employer value proposition. Support industrial relations and manage employee relations matters (IR/ER advice). Provide expert HR advice and coaching across portfolios. Manage performance management and classification analysis. Drive and implement strategic HR projects and initiatives. About you To be successful in this role you will hold degree level qualifications in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, or equivalent. Having previously worked in a generalist human resources role for a large organisation, you will have proven experience navigating a variety of complex employee relations matters, whilst managing projects and implementing initiatives. You will use your experience in data collation and analytics to recommend and support people leaders in developing solutions and making workforce decisions, and have the ability to conduct position analysis and evaluations. Effective communication and influence with the ability to quickly develop relationships and trust to deliver a contemporary HR approach is essential. Most importantly, you will help us create a positive workplace culture aligned with our organisation’s direction. Qualifications Degree‑level qualifications in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, or equivalent. Proven experience in employee relations within a large organisation. Experience managing HR projects and initiatives. Strong data analysis and decision‑making skills. Excellent communication, influence and relationship building. How to Apply Apply online via the Apply button and provide a comprehensive resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) demonstrating fulfilment of essential requirements. Closing Date Sunday, 4 January 2026, 11.59PM AWST. Further Information For a confidential chat about the position please contact Roberto de Nobrega, HR Lead on 08 9364 0***. Why The City of Melville? We are a welcoming and diverse community that enjoys a blend of retail and business precincts and an abundance of open spaces in a unique, natural landscape along the shores of the beautiful Swan and Canning Rivers. We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2024‑2025 – a prestigious award that benchmarks workplace inclusion across various diversity areas. This recognition is the only one of its kind in Australia and highlights our commitment to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion thrives. In everything we do, we focus on our EPIC values of Excellence, Participation, Integrity, and Caring and we aim to achieve an inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable future. Why Belong? Elevate your work experience with a city that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Benefits Annual salary increases of 4% from 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2027. Flexible working arrangements. Free LeisureFit membership. Free on‑site parking. Birthday Leave. Paid parental leave. 2 extra days of annual leave plus option to purchase additional leave (up to 10 weeks per year). Generous superannuation co‑contribution of up to 15.5%. Salary packaging and novated leasing options. Structured professional development and study assistance programmes. Wellness initiatives and Employee Assistance Programs. Vibrant social club. Inclusion & Diversity The City of Melville celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people living with disabilities. Recruitment Agency Notice We appreciate the interest from recruitment agencies in collaborating with us; however, at this time, the City of Melville is managing the recruitment process for this role. Please refrain from submitting candidate profiles to our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr