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. 

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. 

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