HR Business Partner

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic HR Business Partner to join our team and play a key role in driving people initiatives that support business goals. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships, and is passionate about creating a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Undertake case management of workplace grievances, investigations and disciplinary processes and effective workplace relations with unions.
• Support change management initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Analyse HR metrics to identify trends and recommend solutions to improve employee engagement and retention.
• Collaborate with People and Culture and Safety teams to deliver integrated people solutions.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and organisational policies.

About You

• Relevant qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar role with employee relations experience managing conduct matters, workplace investigations and disciplinary processes.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment legislation, and workplace relations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust.
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across diverse business environments.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and inclusive team.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on the employee experience and business outcomes.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
• Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated motor vehicle leases, superannuation, smartphones, study assistance and devices.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries contact Michelle Panter during business hours on 0438 152 178.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.