Workforce Development Business Partner

Chisholm Institute of TAFE; City of Greater Dandenong; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Victoria seeks a Workforce Development Business Partner to enhance employee engagement and workforce capability. Responsibilities include implementing best practices, designing training programs, and supporting induction. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has skills in designing and facilitating learning solutions. Offering an inclusive work culture and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

An inclusive work culture

Professional Development opportunities

Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners

State of the art facilities

Free on-site parking

Free Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Human Resources Management, Organisational Development or relevant discipline is essential.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of best practice processes in Workforce Development.
• Design and deliver Workforce Development and Employee Engagement programs.
• Support the organisation’s induction programs.

Skills

Design and development of learning solutions

Facilitation skills

Employee engagement strategies

Analytical skills

Education

Degree qualification in Human Resources Management or related discipline

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Job description

Chisholm is seeking an experienced Workforce Development Business Partner for our People, Culture and Safety team.

BELONGING & INCLUSION

Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education. Chisholm’s culture of Belonging & Inclusion strives to promote a self-regulating culture that enhances the experiences of our employees, students and communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Workforce Development Business Partner, your key responsibilities include:

• Lead the implementation of best practice processes in Workforce Development across the Organisation, maintaining a strong focus on employee engagement and workforce capability.
• Contribute to the embedding of Chisholm’s Professional Development Framework ensuring this is clearly articulated in all related communications.
• Design, organise and deliver Workforce Development and Employee Engagement programs in response to and aligned with, the People Plan and annual organisational professional development plan.
• Support and coordinate the organisation’s induction programs including facilitation to support a positive and engaging employee onboarding experience.
• Design and facilitate workshops and programs conducted under the umbrella of the Professional Development Framework that meet the requirements of the business using best practice learning methodologies and frameworks.
• Provide support and guidance to employees and people leaders in relation to the annual Performance and Development Review Process managed through the online platform.
• Access, analyse and provide associated reports at both an organisational and Business Area level.
• Ensure consistency with the Child Safe Standards and respond in accordance with Institute’s policies and agreed practices.

ABOUT YOU

You are a highly motivated individual with well-developed skills in the design, development, delivery, facilitation and evaluation of learning and development solutions.

Qualifications required for the role:

• Degree qualification in Human Resources Management, Organisational Development, Change Management, or relevant discipline (essential)
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40116) (desirable)

WHAT WE OFFER

• An Inclusive work culture- Chisholm is resolutely diverse. We celebrate our people’s unique contributions to achieving our ambition to transform lives through relevant and responsive high-quality education.
• Professional Development- continue to grow your career
• Networking Opportunities with Industry Partners
• State of the art facilities on our campuses
• Free on-site parking as well as locations close to public transport
• Free Employee Assistance Program- get the support you want. Its confidential.

HOW TO APPLY

Your application should include:

• your resume
• contact details of three (3) referees

Please note, appointment to this position is subject to satisfactory completion of Safety Screening requirements including:

• Verified copies of all qualifications and transcripts as listed on resume.
• Current & Valid Working with Children Check (Employee and not Volunteer)
• Verified copy of unrestricted rights to work in Australia
• Verified Police Check (at employee expense)

Applications for this position close at 9am on Tuesday, 21 October 2025.

If you have any questions regarding the position or require further information, please contact Jason Mccutcheon, Manager - Workforce Development [emailprotected]

We are committed to a fair and equitable merit-based recruitment process for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact our Belonging & Inclusion Lead by emailing [emailprotected]