HR Business Partner (Temporary)

About the role

A temporary HR Business Partner position in South Australia, advertised by Chandler Macleod, runs from 16 November to 3 February 2027 with an ASAP start. The role works under broad direction to manage and deliver a significant human resource management service that meets current and future organisational needs, working closely with business leaders and line managers to achieve shared objectives. The salary is ASO6 equivalent.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR services that support operational business goals.
• Give expert HR advice to leaders and staff.
• Support workforce planning and strategy development.
• Drive continuous improvement across the HR function.
• Build strong relationships with managers and staff.

Required profile

• Leadership and management skills, including resolving interpersonal conflict and supporting line management.
• Collaborative partnership skills with clients and strong verbal and writing skills, including reporting on complex, sensitive issues.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction and competing priorities.
• Proven experience leading HR and people management, advising management on training and development, and delivering complex HR advice.
• Experience interpreting awards, legislation and policies to deliver business outcomes.
• SA Public Sector experience; health experience ideally.
• Post-secondary qualification in Human Resource Management or a related field.

Required knowledge

• Contemporary HR practices and procedures in the SA Public Sector, including awards, guidelines, EB Agreements, Codes of Practice, WHS, EEO, performance management and quality improvement procedures.
• Understanding of change and organisational development methodologies.

Applicants must pass a National Police Check and relevant DHS screenings.