People & Culture Business Partner

Overview

Fixed Term, Full time until January 2026

Immediate start

35 hours per week with flexible hybrid working arrangements

Participation in Council's 9-day fortnight scheme

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

About the role

As the People & Culture Business Partner, you will work closely with a supportive, energetic, and passionate P&C team. Your key client group will see you collaborating with Council's Community, Culture & Leisure directorate, working with various teams including Library and Community Services, Recreation Management, Venue Management and more.

You will focus on aligning Council's business objectives with employees and the management team and provide guidance on P&C matters, support recruitment activities, and continue to drive the positive one-team culture and employee/employer relationship.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

- Provision of practical advice and support to management and staff on operational P&C matters including recruitment, interpretation and implementation of policies, procedures, awards, contracts and exit interviews
- Support P&C functions with execution of generalist P&C activities
- Coordinate the performance review process for the organisation
- Raise requisitions and purchase orders in accordance with requisition practices
- Participate in wider P&C projects, taking responsibility and accountability for the tasks assigned to this role from each project
- Carry out additional tasks within your skill set as assigned by the Coordinator, P&C Operations

Desired Skills and Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in human resources and demonstrated ability to influence and consult with all levels across Council. You will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related discipline with demonstrated industry experience
- Ability to provide guidance & support to management on the resolution of complex disciplinary and industrial relations matters
- Ability to interpret and implement policies and contracts
- An understanding of Local Government employment legislation, preferred.
- Consultation skills and experience with executives

What’s on offer

The City of Canada Bay also offers excellent employee benefits which include:

- Rostered Days Off (participation in a 9-day fortnight scheme)
- A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
- A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
- Continuous training, support, and leadership development
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Pilates classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, and much, much more)

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for fostering a positive work environment, we want to hear from you.

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Elizabeth Rogic, Coordinator P&C Operations on (02) 9911 6276 or email elizabeth.rogic@canadabay.nsw.gov.au

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How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online by clicking 'begin' below. Applications close 11:30pm, 8 August 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact Grace Aberin on 02 9121 0238 or email grace.aberin@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace.

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, and other diversity groups.

“Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks”.

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