Human Resources Business Partner

State Government Of Victoria, Australia; Warragul; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance program

Salary packaging

Free Parking

Job summary

West Gippsland Healthcare Group is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to join our team in a permanent full‑time capacity. This role supports the HR Manager and partners with executives across the organisation to deliver high‑quality HR services in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

You will manage recruitment, onboarding, workforce management, policy development, and employee relations while promoting fair, compliant outcomes and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related field.
• Demonstrated broad experience in the provision of a range of HR generalist services or business partnering.
• Broad computer skills with the ability to pick up a range of applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide trusted advice across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment and onboarding, performance and disciplinary processes.
• Oversee workflow and day-to-day transactional HR activities and ensure compliant delivery of HR services.
• Support managers with awards/enterprise agreements and strategic HR projects.

Skills

HR generalist

Business partnering

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

Permanent Full Time, up to 40 hours per week (optional monthly Accrued Day Off)

Managers & Administrative Officers Grade 5 (HS5), $46.43 P/H (excluding allowances)

(Junior rates apply to employees aged under 19 years)

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Human Resources Business Partner to join our team and support the Human Resources Manager in the delivery of a comprehensive, high-quality HR service within a complex and fast-paced healthcare environment. This influential role works in close partnership with executive leaders, managers and staff across the organisation, providing trusted advice and practical solutions across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment and onboarding, employee and industrial relations, workforce management, policy development, reporting, training and a range of strategic HR projects.

As a key member of the HR team, you will oversee the workflow and day-to-day transactional activities, ensuring the timely, accurate and compliant delivery of HR services and employment documentation. You will play a critical role in supporting managers to navigate awards and enterprise agreements, manage performance and conduct disciplinary and grievance processes, while minimising organisational risk and promoting fair, consistent and best-practice outcomes. The role also involves extensive liaison with external stakeholders such as industry bodies, unions, recruitment agencies and regulatory authorities, requiring well-developed communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HR generalist or business partner who thrives on balancing operational delivery with strategic input, enjoys working autonomously, and is committed to continuous improvement and professional development. If you are passionate about supporting leaders, building capability across the workforce and contributing to a positive, patient-centred and values-driven culture, we would welcome your application.

Our preferred candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related field
• Demonstrated broad experience in the provision of a range of HR generalist services or business partnering.
• Broad computer skills, with the confidence and ability to pick up the usage of a range of applications.

The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:

• Previous experience within a hospital or health care environment.
• Previous experience with SuccessFactors.
• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.
• Extensive experience in any (or all) of the following HR specialisations:
  • Recruitment, Selection & Onboarding
  • Employee and Industrial Relations
  • Project Management

IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.

About our organisation

Did you know that our Warragul hospital is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway? What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.

While our hospital may be ageing, our most precious asset is not the building but the exceptional quality of care delivered by our remarkable staff. Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family.

At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community.

At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application.

West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to employee assistance program
• Salary packaging
• Free Parking

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

Applications close on 11.59pm Sunday, 4 October 2026.

As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.

As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.

Applications close Sunday 4 October 2026 at 11.59pm

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