HR Business Partner
DIRECTORATE:
Business, Growth & Community
CLASSIFICATION:
Grade G
SALARY:
Attractive remuneration package with annual competency-based increases + 12% employer contribution to superannuation
REPORTING TO:
Senior HR Business Partner
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Full Time, Temporary up to 2 years
THE POSITION:
To provide a professional human resource service across the organisation with a focus on workplace relations. This will include developing and implementing Human Resource policies and systems to promote and support effective employee management practices along with a positive and harmonious work environment.
Our Organisation: We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We consistently deliver best-in-class leadership, services, facilities and experiences, providing exceptional living for our local community.
Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages and identities.
Our Values: These are the ways we work, with each other, with our community, and with our partners. They guide our day-to-day decisions, our culture and our direction. This is how we work together to make it happen.
- Accountability (We Own it): We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, support each other to do the same, and strive to do what's right, even when it's hard.
- Working Together (We Work Together): We support each other, share success, and know that when we work together, we go further.
- Integrity (We Do What's Right): We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. We are honest, transparent and fair.
- Future Focused (We Look Ahead): We think and act long term for a better future for Our People, community and environment.
Live Well Work Well: The health and safety of our people is more than a priority, it's a commitment embedded within our values. Unlike priorities which change over time, our values form the basis for all that we do; they define our purpose and what we stand for. We seek to have a positive impact by developing a holistic wellbeing culture that empowers everyone to be their healthiest and happiest version, resulting in a more engaged and productive workforce with lower incidence of illness and injury.
It is, and always will be, our goal to have a workplace free from harm.
Two Cities One Community: On 13 October 2017 AlburyCity and The City of Wodonga entered into an historic partnership between the two cities. In 2025 both Councils worked together to review and re-commit to the Partnership Agreement.
This partnership is a unique opportunity to develop a way forward that benefits our community as a whole with the aim of improving integration, productivity and social and economic development. It will focus on future growth that will continue to add value to both cities. Through this combined focus, underpinned by four key pillars of; leadership, economy, environment and community, we will unleash our potential and drive innovation for the benefit of the region and the nation.
Our Mission is to work together to achieve our community goals now and into the future. We understand that we are stronger together and can achieve more when working in collaboration. We will build on our current partnerships and shared values for thebetterment of Albury and Wodonga.
Child Safety: AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation and our people support, listen to and empower children and young people. We create safe environments that minimise the risk of harm and we have ZERO tolerance for child abuse, violence and neglect.
The Directorate: Business, Growth & Community - Our Business, Growth & Community Directorate focuses on providing more and better, opportunities for our people and our place.
The groups within our directorate will empower our people, city and region to strive for more and to champion the significance of Albury as a national destination for life, work, culture, sport, entertainment, business and investment.
We build relationships and promote engaging and actionable dialogue with our community and our partners. We ensure good governance, financial sustainability and we facilitate a highly engaged, satisfied and well-informed workforce.
Our Service Model: People - Our Service model is built around our brand pillars of empowering progress; serving with excellence, which is about our people; and taking care of our place
We employ a dedicated team of fresh thinkers and doers who will convert new ideas into action and collaborate every step of the way to deliver the most enjoyable and well-maintained city for our community.
Service Cluster: People & Culture - Our People and Culture Service Cluster is focused on ensuring we all do a great job for our community. Its purpose is to help build a positive workplace culture, to ensure that our people are valued, feel safe and are motivated and inspired to make better things happen.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal
- Our People
External
- Local Government NSW
- Unions
- Applicants for employment
- Employment agencies
- Job network providers
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
- Based on a 35 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines.
- This position may involve work outside normal working hours. Additional hours over the standard 35 hours will attract a time in lieu arrangement or payment of overtime rates as agreed in advance with your supervisor.
- This position does not require you to wear a compulsory uniform, however you must follow the dress code requirements within the AlburyCity's Our People Dress Code Standards. Our People are required to present a smart and professional image to the public at all times including when in public and when working remotely.
- This position involves working in a predominantly indoor environment and using a computer is considered a core component of the role. There may be occasional visits to other work locations. The position requires an average level of aerobic and physical fitness to undertake occasional physical activities, including manual handling tasks as part of a normal working environment. A medical declaration will be required to be completed prior to commencement.
- This position requires evidence of a current Australian National Police Check.
- This position is subject to alcohol and other drug testing
- This position is located at the AlburyCity Administration Building, 553 Kiewa Street, Albury with occasional visits to external sites/depots as required.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
- Tertiary qualification in Human Resources/Industrial Relations or a related field such as behavioural science, or management or relevant work experience
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
- Professional Membership of the Australian Human Resources Institute or another relevant Professional Association
- Class C (Standard) Driver's Licence
EXPERIENCE:
- Significant experience in collaborating to develop Human Resource systems/procedures and in providing a consultancy service to management
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- High level of knowledge and understanding of:
- Human Resources
- Industrial Relations
- Salary Systems
- Award implementation
- Employee relations
- EEO and Diversity
- Demonstrated ability to interpret Awards and legislation and apply it in an organisational setting
- High level of computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
- Oracle Human Resource Information System (HRIS) or similar system
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide high level service delivery across all aspects of the Workplace Relations portfolio including the areas of:
- Work Life Balance - Flexible work arrangements, purchased leave, ageing workforce
- EEO Programs & Management Plan
- Employee Welfare & EAP
- Industrial Relations
- Grievances & Disputes
- Disciplinary matters
- Performance management actions
- Skills Assessment
- Performance Reviews
- Research, develop and implement Human Resource policies and procedures.
- Assist in the delivery of AlburyCity's Orientation Program.
- Provide consultancy support to management.
- Provide advice regarding the Local Government State Award, employment agreement provisions, legislative requirements and HR policies and procedures.
- Promote and contribute to a positive workplace relations environment. This will include providing accurate and timely advice to management and staff on employment related matters and liaising with unions where relevant.
- Provide input into the development of Group plans and budgets and undertake regular reporting on areas of responsibility.
- Participate in and actively contribute to Service and Efficiency Review working parties.
- Participate in and actively contribute to continuous improvement and change management.
- Develop internal procedures for key tasks within the Workplace Relations portfolio.
- Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.
- Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.
- Observe appropriate AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding day to day operations including Equal Employment Opportunity policies, AlburyCity's Dress Code and Standards Policy and AlburyCity's Code of Conduct.
