Be the trusted advisor who shapes culture, drives performance, and empowers leaders.

We’re excited to share a refreshed People & Performance structure, creating exciting opportunities to build a modern, agile, and future-focused team. This change supports our commitment to excellence in a dynamic local government setting. New roles are now available for passionate professionals eager to join a collaborative, high-performing team.

Are you passionate about partnering with leaders to deliver strategic people outcomes? The City of Canning is seeking a highly capable and experienced People & Performance Business Partner to join our team and play a key role in delivering contemporary HR solutions that support our people and our purpose.

About the role

As a People & Performance Business Partner, you’ll provide expert advice and guidance across all aspects of Human Resources, Employee and Industrial Relations, and organisational development. You’ll work closely with Directors and senior leaders to implement strategic people initiatives, including culture and engagement, workforce planning, and learning and development.

This is a true business partnering role—one that requires a deep understanding of operational environments, the ability to influence at all levels, and a proactive approach to delivering tailored, fit-for-purpose solutions.

What you’ll be doing:

Advising on complex ER/IR matters, including investigations, performance management, and misconduct

Supporting senior recruitment processes and organisational structure reviews

Partnering with internal specialists to deliver culture, engagement, and L&D initiatives

Coaching people leaders through performance reviews and difficult conversations

Leading and contributing to People & Performance projects aligned with strategic goals

Ensuring compliance with the City’s Industrial Agreement, policies, and CEO Instructions

Monitoring workforce health and wellbeing in collaboration with WHS team

What you will bring to the role:

Tertiary qualifications in HR, IR, Psychology, Business, or Commerce

Minimum 7 years’ experience in a HR Business Partner or similar role

Strong ER/IR expertise and the ability to coach and influence people leaders

Demonstrated ability to align people strategies with business goals

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Sound knowledge of payroll, WHS, and return-to-work practices

High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

While not essential, if you are familiar with the below, these would be particularly useful in this role:

Experience in public sector or not-for-profit environments

Certifications in HR frameworks (e.g. DISC, change management, role classification)

For a closer look at the role please refer to the Position Description attached to the vacancy in our recruitment portal.

Why you will love working at the City!

A permanent, full-time role in a welcoming and thriving council.

Work-life balance with a monthly rostered day off or ability to access a 9-day fortnight.

$127,184 - $142,920 per annum + super.

17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading.

Matched super contributions up to 4%.

Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.

Great year-round wellbeing and social calendar.

Free on-site parking.

Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

Genuine commitment to learning and development.

Free membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplex (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Nicholle Harris A/People & Culture Manager on 0403 950 591 for a confidential discussion. The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.

Applications are open until 5pm on 14 August 2025. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.