Business Partner Human Resources

We are seeking two experienced Human Resources Business Partners to join our People & Safety team, with two temporary opportunities available to support Council’s operational needs.

About the opportunities

This advertisement covers two separate roles:

Full-time fixed term until July 2026
(Full-time preferred, however part-time may be considered)

Fixed-term part-time role working for a period of 6 months

Please note your availability and preferred option in your application.

About the role

As a Human Resources Business Partner, you will work closely with leaders across Council to provide practical, timely and professional HR advice. You will support a broad range of people matters, with a strong focus on employee relations, policy application and interpretation of industrial instruments.

This role requires a confident, solutions-focused approach and the ability to balance operational needs with compliance and best practice.

About you

You will be a collaborative and experienced HR professional who is comfortable providing advice in a complex environment.

Desirable experience includes:

• Employee Relations / Industrial Relations (ER/IR)
• Policy development and writing
• Award and Enterprise Agreement (EBA) interpretation
• Experience in a local government or public sector environment will be well regarded, but is not essential.

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday, 13 April 2026.

 On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

·      Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria

·      Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications

·      Copies of Licences/Qualifications

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: [email protected]

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.