Are you a driven HR professional looking to make a difference in the health sector in Western Australia?

We are seeking talented, values driven and solution focused HR professionals to join the HR Business Partnering team at the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS).

We currently have a 12-month fixed-term full-time vacancy with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency

What is our Senior HR Business Partner role?

As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will provide strategic, operational and technical HR advice and coaching to NMHS managers and directors in relation to HR matters, with a strong linkage across all functional areas within the People and Culture Directorate. In this role, you will be empowered to partner with operational leads to support the delivery of strategic HR plans, projects and solutions, improving organisational performance and productivity to meet NMHS objectives. The role reports to the Manager HR Business Partner, Talent Acquisition and Projects.

A successful candidate should demonstrate the following attributes:

• Experience in coaching and partnering with leaders and managers to build their people management capabilities in a complex service organisation;
• Demonstrable track record of achieving results in a senior HR role;
• Demonstrated high level communication, negotiation and influencing skills with different stakeholders;
• Well-developed conceptual, analytical and research skills, with experience in the provision of proactive and innovative solutions to complex problems; and
• Resonate with NMHS’s values of: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:

• Salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Flexible working/leave arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive culture

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Mario Severa, Manager HRBP, Talent Attraction & Projects at 0437 771 215 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.

We think you’ll like it here

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Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:

• A Cover Letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate your knowledge, experience and skills in the areas of:
• delivery of HR services and change management projects in a large and complex service organisation, including your role in the process and outcome(s).
• high level communication, negotiation and influencing skills to work with various work parties to achieve organisational goals.
• A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
• References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email [email protected].

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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