Senior HR Business Partner

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Lead with impact. Partner with purpose. Shape the future.

Our purpose, as the Victorian Government energy safety regulator, is to keep Victorians energy safe and ensure energy is used confidently. Through education, regulation and enforcement, we work to ensure that energy safety, supply and efficiency are a priority in Victoria and something the Victorian public can be confident in. Our people come from a wide range of professions with diverse skills and experience driving the success of Energy Safe Victoria.

We're seeking an experienced and strategic Senior HR Business Partner who is passionate about building trusted relationships and driving positive employee experiences. You'll bring a strong generalist background, with the ability to influence leaders, shape people initiatives, and navigate complex workforce matters in a dynamic environment.

About the role

• Build trusted relationships with leaders and teams to promote positive employee relations
• Develop and implement people strategies, initiatives, frameworks, programs, policies and procedures required by Energy Safe
• Partner with leaders to apply and embed the above and provide generalist HR advice and support to leaders and teams
• Support the embedment and consistent implementation of enterprise agreement provisions
• Deliver effective HR services and timely advice on complex employee and/or workforce matters.
• Lead organisational change and HR initiatives with strategic insight
• Ensure compliance with industrial instruments and employment frameworks
• Provide partnering support across the employee lifecycle - from talent acquisition, performance, development, engagement and so on across your client group

About you

• Proven experience in a senior HR business partnering role
• Deep knowledge of employment legislation, enterprise agreements and ability to manage complex HR matters
• Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Agility to thrive in an evolving environment
• A commitment to living our values and shaping an inclusive and positive workplace experience
• Specialist training and/or tertiary qualified and significant work experience
• Previous experience as a people leader (desirable)
• Strategic workforce planning experience (desirable)

Our offer

• Attractive remuneration
• Work in a supportive and dynamic HR team
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work/life balance
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days in the office)
• Commitment and investment in your professional development to ensure your skills stay current
• An opportunity to create positive impact on our people's workplace experience.

How to apply

Please refer to the available position description to assess your suitability and submit your current resume and cover letter via the Apply button. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Energy Safe will conduct relevant checks about applicants and the information provided with an application including reference checks and a satisfactory National Police Check.

Energy Safe Victoria values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our organisation and welcomes and celebrates diversity. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community that we are here to protect. We invite you to talk to us about any preferences or adjustments you may value or require to either the recruitment process or the role itself. If you identify as a person with disability, please let us know how we can provide additional support.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Human Resources via 

Applications close at midnight 13 October 2025  This advertisement may close prior to the closure datewithout notice, if a high volume of applications is received, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.