Senior People Partner

Job Details; Newcastle; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking department dedicated to shaping thriving communities and economies. As a Senior People Partner, you'll lead strategic HR initiatives, providing expert advice to navigate change and optimize performance. This role emphasizes collaboration and communication, ensuring compliance while fostering a positive workplace culture. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about HR and eager to contribute to a high-performing team, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Annual leave loading

Support programs for wellbeing

Diverse and fulfilling assignments

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and implement HR solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Strong skills in guiding teams through change initiatives and influencing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert strategic and technical HR advice.
• Support leaders in managing teams and driving change.

Skills

Strategic HR expertise

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Tools

Workday

Job description

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places, and economies.

Vacancies and Remuneration

• Looking for HR professionals to provide expert advice within our department.
• Multiple vacancies available: 2 ongoing/permanent roles and 1 temporary role until end January 2026.
• Full-time roles with consideration for part-time candidates.
• Office locations: Parramatta, Newcastle, or Orange, with flexible working arrangements considered.
• Generous remuneration package: Salary ranges from $125,693 to $138,510, plus superannuation, annual leave loading.

What’s in it for me

Join our team for a fantastic culture characterized by dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing through initiatives like flex leave and support programs. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

As a Senior People Partner, you will be at the forefront of shaping workforce strategy and delivering expert HR advice that helps teams navigate change, optimize performance, and achieve impactful business outcomes.

You will build trusted relationships across the organization, working closely with leaders to design and implement strategic HR solutions that address current workforce challenges and anticipate future needs.

As a valued advisor to internal stakeholders, you will guide them through complex change, case management, and employee transitions, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and best practices.

Your ability to communicate effectively, collaborate, and thrive in an evolving HR landscape will be essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert strategic and technical HR advice.
• Support leaders in managing their teams, driving change, and delivering business outcomes.
• Coordinate, develop, and implement strategic HR solutions.
• Lead and manage case management activities.

For more details, read the full Role Description: Senior People Partner.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strategic HR expertise: Proven ability to develop and implement HR solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Change management and stakeholder engagement: Strong skills in guiding teams through change initiatives and influencing stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and compliance: Ability to navigate complex HR challenges, ensuring best-practice outcomes and legislative compliance.
• Collaboration and communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills to foster teamwork, provide clear advice, and positively impact diverse teams.

About You

Your collaborative, consultative approach and outcome focus will enable you to thrive within our team of dedicated HR professionals. You are positive, people-focused, and eager to contribute to an inclusive, high-performing culture.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a senior HR professional with strong business partnering skills to make a meaningful impact, support client groups, and advance your career.

About Us

The Department of Planning, Housing, and Infrastructure (DPHI) aims to improve the liveability and prosperity of NSW. We create vibrant spaces, manage land assets, and deliver affordable housing. We strive to be a high-performing, inclusive public service that reflects community diversity and builds cultural capability, especially in partnership with Aboriginal communities.

We value individual contributions, support flexible work, and promote inclusivity through affinity groups, workplace adjustments, and flexible arrangements.

Join Us

If you are excited about this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and cover letter explaining your interest and suitability.

Applications close on Sunday, 18 May 2025, at 11:55 PM.

For further information, contact Huyen Whitten-Amadon, Manager People Partners, or call us.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities over the next 18 months.

Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid Australian work visa.

We encourage applications from people with disabilities. Please contact us to discuss accommodations or adjustments needed during recruitment.

See our Aboriginal applicants guide or contact our Aboriginal Career Pathways team for support.

Role Details

Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills

Business Development, Presentation Skills, Motivational Interviewing, Employee Relations, Growing Experience, Crisis Intervention, HR Sourcing, Account Management, Enterprise Sales, Human Resources, Workday

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: $125,693 - $138,510