Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Aveo; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (up to 12 weeks) w/ pay

Additional annual leave and ‘All About

Job summary

Aveo is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team in Brisbane. This senior role provides trusted advice, coaching, and support on people performance, employee relations, and workforce management across multiple sites.

You will partner with managers to interpret policies, ensure NES compliance, and drive leadership development. With a bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in HR, you will lead complex ER/IR matters, investigations, and Fair Work processes while promoting an inclusive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industry Relations, Human Resources, or related field.
• 7+ years in a senior generalist HR role with at least 5 years in specialist employee/industrial relations managing complex cases across multiple sites.
• Postgraduate qualifications desirable.
• Knowledge of Fair Work Act, modern Awards, remuneration and NES practices.

Responsibilities

• Be the first escalation point for high-risk employee relations matters across all states.
• Provide guidance and direction to managers and staff on ER/IR matters.
• Stay current on employment legislations, awards, and HR changes.
• Identify improvement opportunities with managers and regions.
• Lead workplace investigations and confidential whistleblower investigations.
• Attend Fair Work Commission hearings, court, and other proceedings when required.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee Relations

Coaching

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Postgraduate qualifications desirable

Job description

Job Title: HR Business Partner

At Aveo, we offer a supportive culture where you can grow and thrive in your career. We’re looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team.

The Opportunity

This is a collaborative role that provides trusted advice, coaching, and support in the management and resolution of people performance and employee relations issues. You will act as a trusted business partner and advisor to managers and staff with respect to workforce management, coaching, and development of leadership and job-specific skills.

You will advise and coach managers and employees in the application of company policies and legislative requirements. You will also maintain an appropriate employee and industrial relations compliance framework to mitigate risks for Aveo and its employees.

What We Offer

• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 additional ‘All About Me’ leave days per calendar year
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week
• Opportunities for further career development

Your Responsibilities

• Be the first escalation point of contact for high-risk employee relations matters across all states
• Provide guidance, advice, and direction to managers and employees with respect to all employee, industrial or human resources matters
• Stay current on employment and labour practices involving remuneration, benefits, WHS, and National Employment Standards (NES)
• Work with managers to identify areas for improvement or enhancement
• Act as a single point of contact for management within a respective region on all matters involving grievances, disputes, misconduct, performance management polices, and procedures
• Act as a source of knowledge, counsel, and team-confidante on complex HR/ER/IR matters
• Lead workplace investigations, including confidential whistleblower investigations
• Provide accurate and timely advice on a broad range of enquiries
• Attend to Fair Work Commission hearings, court, and other proceedings as required
• Work with senior HR management to monitor legislative, Award, and other IR changes
• Assist with any award compliance activities
• Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Industry Relations, Human Resources, or relevant field (or equivalent experience)
• At least 7 years in a senior generalist human resources position with at least 5 years of specialist employee/industrial relations experience managing complex cases in a multi-site environment
• Postgraduate tertiary qualifications (desirable)
• Knowledge of best practice human resources
• Comprehensive and mature understanding of the theoretical and practical application of the Fair Work Act and other Statutes
• Extensive experience in the management and resolution of ER/IR matters
• Knowledge of contemporary human resources reform
• Understanding of Retirement Villages Act (all states) and the Aged Care Act and associated Standards
• Experience interpreting and applying Modern Awards
• Experience in administering and managing business and HR systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

About Us

Aveo is a leader in retirement living with 30 years of experience. We provide holistic services to support our customers in their independence for as long as possible. We’re a dedicated group of over 1900 caring, friendly team members, united with our core values: Kindness, Care, and Respect.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where all our people feel comfortable being their authentic selves and are embraced for who they are. Diversity is essential to our success.