Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Catholiccare Diocese Of Broken Bay; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Training opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Additional paid leave over Christmas

Job summary

CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to partner with senior leaders, strengthen culture, and navigate workforce complexity across our community services. This strategic, hands-on role requires IR/ER and WHS expertise, and a commitment to safe, compliant, high-performing workplaces.

You will report to the Executive Manager, People & Culture and deliver high-quality HR advice, lead complex employee relations matters, and drive people-focused

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in senior HR advisory or business partnering roles.
• Expertise in IR/ER, WHS, injury management and psychosocial risk.
• Strong ability to interpret Awards and legislation (SCHADS and children's services highly regarded).
• Calm, pragmatic, values-led approach to complex matters.
• Excellent influencing, coaching and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in community services or human services (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Being the go-to expert on complex IR/ER matters, investigations, and dispute resolution.
• Championing workplace safety, injury prevention and psychosocial wellbeing.
• Coaching leaders to manage performance, behaviour, change and risk.
• Leading people and culture initiatives that improve workforce outcomes.
• Translating legislation, awards and policy into practical, people-centred advice.
• Building strong, collaborative relationships across a large, mission-driven organisation.

Skills

IR/ER expertise

WHS expertise

Psychosocial wellbeing focus

Coaching & mentoring

Stakeholder management

People leadership

Education

Tertiary qualifications in HR or related discipline

Job description

Strategic HR business partnering with strong IR/ER, WHS and wellbeing focus Trusted advisor to senior leaders in a complex community services environment Values-driven role with real impact across people, culture and safety

CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to play a pivotal role in supporting leaders, strengthening culture, and navigating workforce complexity across our diverse services. This is a strategic and hands-on role for an experienced HR professional who thrives in complex environments, brings strong IR/ER and WHS expertise, and is passionate about creating psychologically safe, compliant, and high-performing workplaces-particularly within community and human services.

About the role

Reporting to the Executive Manager, People & Culture, you will partner closely with senior leaders and operational teams to deliver high-quality HR advice, lead complex employee relations matters, and drive people-focused change aligned to CatholicCare’s mission and strategic plan.

You’ll be a trusted advisor, coach and mentor - supporting managers to lead well, manage risk, and build engaged, capable teams.

What your days will look like

• Being the go-to expert on complex IR/ER matters, investigations, and dispute resolution
• Championing workplace safety, injury prevention and psychosocial wellbeing
• Coaching leaders to confidently manage performance, behaviour, change and risk
• Leading people and culture initiatives that genuinely improve workforce outcomes
• Translating legislation, awards and policy into practical, people-centred advice
• Building strong, collaborative relationships across a large, mission-driven organisation

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business or a related discipline
• 7+ years' experience in senior HR advisory or business partnering roles
• Demonstrated expertise in IR/ER, WHS, injury management and psychosocial risk
• Strong experience interpreting Awards and legislation (SCHADS and children's Services highly regarded)
• A calm, pragmatic and values-led approach to complex and sensitive matters
• Excellent influencing, coaching and relationship-building skills
• Experience in community services, NFP or human services (highly desirable)

Why join CatholicCare?

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families and vulnerable communities
• Work in a values-driven organisation.
• Partner with passionate leaders who genuinely care about their people
• Be trusted to operate at a senior level with real influence and autonomy
• Join a collaborative People & Culture team committed to continuous improvement

CatholicCare Benefits:

• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
• Fitness Passport - discounted access to gyms and fitness facilities.
• Access to training and learning opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support.
• Additional paid leave over Christmas.

Mandatory requirements:

National Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check

If you're an experienced HR leader who wants to combine technical excellence with purpose-driven work, we'd love to hear from you.