Opportunity

Embark on a fulfilling career as a Human Resources Business Partner within a supportive People and Culture team. We are looking for a HRBP who has a passion for HR and enjoys, and has focused experience in the employee relations and industrial relations area of HR. You will collaborate to deliver best practice HR services.

Your role will involve offering strategic, operational, and technical HR advice, ensuring our organisation effectively manages its people, achieves positive business outcomes, and continuously improves. Join us in upholding excellence in service delivery and shaping a culture of continuous improvement across our organization.

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is the Local Government Authority (LGA) for the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales. We are a thriving regional centre located midway between Sydney, Canberra and Wollongong and is a recognised place of arts, culture and style for our visitors and our community. A great place to explore the abundance of outdoor activities or to raise a family with a range of excellent health and educational options for all ages. It’s the place to be!

Our Values of R E S P E C T - Resilience Empathy Sustainability Pride Efficiency Courage and Teamwork drive the way we work.

Essential Criteria

1. Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related field and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a Human Resources role in a diverse, fast paced environment.
2. Demonstrated ability to use initiative and act independently in a team environment, to ensure excellence in customer service, best practice and the achievement of outcomes.
3. Strong communication and negotiation skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to determine the best practice solutions to achieve positive outcomes.
4. Demonstrated high level analytical, organisational and time management skills to meet defined deadlines.
5. Management of workforce matters in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, policy and procedures, including innovative approaches to problem diagnosis, resolution and process improvement.
6. Demonstrated experience in conducting workplace investigations.
7. Experience in the use and maintenance of Human Resource Information Systems in addition to possessing advanced computer skills.
8. Possess and maintain a current NSW Driver’s Licence.

Benefits

• Variable Days Off in addition to Annual Leave, Health and Wellbeing Days and time off for Blood Donors
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance
• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup

How to Apply

For further information about the position or the application process, please contact Amber Marks – HR Coordinator on 0418 766 272. To apply, please ensure to submit the following documents:

• Resume: Provide your current resume, detailing your professional experience and qualifications.
• Statement of Claims: Address the essential criteria mentioned in the job description in a statement of claims format.
• Please Upload: Additional Tickets, Qualifications and Certificates relevant to the role.

In accordance with Wingecarribee Shire Council’s COVID 19 Safety Plan, we encourage all employees to be COVID 19 vaccinated. Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by Tuesday 2nd of July 2024.