Workforce Business Partner

2 weeks ago


Maryborough, Australia Maryborough District Health Service Full time

Permanent Part-Time (0.8) - 64 hours per fortnight with flexibility

P&C role focused on culture, capability, and workforce performance

Opportunity to influence change and foster inclusion across the rural health service

Collaborative, curious, and committed to continuous learning

For further information about this role, Please contact Lisa Pickering, Director, People and Culture on mobile: 0430 674 007 or via email: lpickering@mdhs.vic.gov.au

Are you ready to shape the future of rural healthcare through people? At MDHS, we/'re seeking a dynamic Workforce Business Partner to champion high performance, drive strategic workforce initiatives, and support our leaders in building a thriving, values-driven culture.

This is more than a People and Culture (P&C) role — it/'s a chance to influence change, foster inclusion, and make a meaningful impact across our health service.

What You'll Do

- Coach and empower managers across the employee lifecycle — from recruitment to succession planning
- Deliver timely, expert advice on policies, awards, and agreements
- Lead return-to-work coordination and injury management in partnership with external stakeholders
- Partner on organisational change initiatives that enhance culture and capability
- Liaise with unions and employee representatives with professionalism and integrity
- Contribute to policy development, continuous improvement, and risk management
- Promote equity, diversity, and psychological safety in every interaction

What You'll Bring

You/'ll have a passion for Return to Work, Industrial Relations, and/or talent acquisition, with the confidence to navigate challenging workplace matters and the curiosity to keep learning. You/'re a trusted advisor, a strategic thinker, and a collaborative partner who thrives on building capability and driving positive outcomes.

Why MDHS?

At MDHS, we don/'t just care for our community — we care for our people. You/'ll join a team that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous growth. We offer:

- A supportive leadership team
- Opportunities for professional development
- A workplace culture built on respect, compassion, and accountability

Ready to make your mark in rural healthcare? Apply now and help us build a healthier, more connected future — one conversation at a time.

Applicants must include the following:

- Resume
- Cover Letter: Please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. You can find the Position Description in the "Related Documents" section of the job advertisement.

The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play. There are many beautiful areas to explore, along with being located only a short 50-minute drive from the Regional Cities Ballarat & Bendigo, and 2 hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.

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