The role

As an HR Business Partner, you will work collaboratively with a diverse range of business units across Council, providing trusted, specialist HR advice and support. This is a newly created HR Business Partner position within an established and collaborative HR Business Partner team, providing an exciting opportunity to help shape the role, build strong partnerships across the organisation and contribute to the continued evolution of Council’s people strategy and capability.

You will play a key role in strengthening people management capability, supporting positive employee experiences, and helping leaders navigate a range of people and organisational challenges.

No two days will be the same. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a broad range of HR functions, including:

• Providing trusted advice and support to managers and employees on employee and industrial relations (ER/IR) matters, including performance management, grievances and investigations.
• Interpreting and providing advice on awards, policies, legislation and Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
• Partnering with departments through organisational change, restructures and workforce initiatives.
• Supporting the end-to-end recruitment and selection process, including position establishment, position description development, sourcing strategies and participation in interviews.
• Working closely with the Injury Management team to support the effective management of employee health and wellbeing matters.
• Reviewing, developing and implementing HR policies, procedures and frameworks.
• Contributing to and, where appropriate, leading HR projects and strategic initiatives that strengthen Council’s people capability.

About you

You are an experienced HR professional who thrives in a collaborative, client focused environment and enjoys working with leaders to find practical solutions to complex people matters.

You will bring strong relationship building and problem-solving skills, with the ability to establish credibility and develop positive partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will be confident providing advice, challenging thinking when required, and adapting your approach to meet the needs of different business areas.

You will also bring:

• Strong ER/IR experience, particularly in performance management, workplace investigations and employee relations matters.
• An ability to navigate complex and sensitive issues with sound judgement.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands in a busy environment.
• A collaborative and solutions focused approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting leaders and employees.
• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Relations or a related discipline, or substantial experience as a Human Resources practitioner.
• The ability to interpret and apply relevant employment legislation, awards, policies and enterprise agreements.

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

If you are looking for an opportunity to use your HR expertise to influence leaders, build capability and contribute to meaningful organisational outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply 

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries:

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Jodie Huggan, Employee Relations Lead, jodie.huggan@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. 

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Benefits of Working at Kingston 

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.