Human Resources Business Partner (Temporary)

About the role

GBS Recruitment is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support the delivery of comprehensive HR services for its client in West Gippsland. The role starts immediately on a 3-6 month temporary contract. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will work closely with managers and employees, giving practical advice on employee and industrial relations, recruitment, policy interpretation and workforce matters. The role combines day-to-day HR support with project work, process improvement and building leadership capability, and includes supporting the HR Administration Team so that employment documentation and reporting are accurate, timely and compliant.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on enterprise agreements, awards, employment conditions and HR policies
• Support managers with employee relations, performance management, grievances, disciplinary matters and investigations
• Coordinate recruitment and selection, including position descriptions, interviews, reference checks and onboarding
• Support employment contract management and work with Payroll on workforce matters
• Develop and review HR policies, procedures and practices
• Prepare workforce reports, analyse HR data and monitor compliance requirements
• Contribute to staff orientation, training, performance review programs and HR projects
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders, unions and external industry bodies

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification or experience in Human Resources or a related discipline
• Broad experience in HR generalist services or business partnering
• Experience interpreting and applying enterprise agreements, awards and employment legislation
• Experience developing policies, delivering HR projects and preparing reports
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Required skills

• Managing employee and industrial relations matters
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management
• Confidence using HR systems and computer applications

To apply, use the application form with the reference number 1258831; confidential discussions are available through the recruiter.