Human Resources Business Partner x 2

Band 7 $112,119 - $125,458 per annum (plus superannuation)

Permanent Full Time (2 positions)

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

About the role

We're seeking two experienced HR Business Partners to work closely with leaders and employees, providing trusted and practical people and culture insights, advice and support.

In these critical roles, you will partner with business leaders to develop and implement people strategies that align with, enable and drive business objectives,a positive and engaging work environment, operational outcomes, and organisational success.

As a trusted partner, you will provide guidance in all areas of people and culture, including workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, culture and leadership.

You would be joining the People Safety and Culture department, a passionate and fun team eager for your contribution to the delivery of an exciting plan program of impactful partnering initiatives.

You’re Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will…

• Partner with passionate people leaders to provide advice, and design and deliver workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, culture and leadership strategies that directly support business outcomes.
• Provide specialist advice in the development and implementation of change programs to increase organisational effectiveness.
• Leverage people and culture analytics to identify trends, diagnose issues, and drive action.
• Develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that support the achievement of organisational objectives.
• Coach and support people leaders to build capability and consistency in people management.
• Provide guidance and support to people leaders and employees on employee relations matters, ensuring employee relations are fair, constructive, compliant with policies and procedures, and conducted with respectand sensitivity.

We’re Excited About You Because You Have demonstrated knowledge and experience in…

• Being a trusted partner for a portfolio of clients, with the aim of enhancing outcomes through the implementation of effective people and culture strategies and programs.
• Working collaboratively with people leaders in the delivery of organisational development and culture change programs that increase organisational effectiveness, employee engagement and performance.
• Reviewing and reporting on people and culture metrics and providing actionable insights.
• Providing HR advisorysupport, coaching, mentoring and counselling to all employees with calmness and confidence.
• Providing effective and timely advice and counsel across all areas of people and culture.
• Developing relationships as a credible and influential partner across complex, diverse environments.
• Leading and supporting key people and culture initiatives.

Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.

You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a valid Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a National Police Check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

· Competitive salary

· Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)

· Flexible working options supported including hybrid work

· Access to learning & development programs including study assistance

· Reward & recognition programs

· Health initiatives

· Access to our support and wellbeing programs

· A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page:

Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experience truly matters to us.

To apply

To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:

· A brief cover letter

· Your resume

· Response to key selection criteria

You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks

Position Description: Human Resources Business Partner 396.1 KB

Applications close: 5pm, Friday, 23 January 2026

Further information: Rachael Bragg, 8571 5268