People & Culture Business Partner

Salary Package: $122,945 per annum plus super

Permanent – Full Time

Come for a career and stay for a lifestyle!

Join a forward-thinking local government that values innovation, collaboration, and community. The City of Karratha is on the lookout for a skilled and passionate People & Culture Business Partner to support our evolving workforce and help shape a high-performing, people-focused organisation.

As a strategic advisor and collaborative problem-solver, you will partner with leaders across the business to align HR strategies with organisational goals. From employee relations and workforce planning to performance development and compliance, you’ll play a key role in enhancing our culture and capability.

What you’ll do:

• Partner with managers to deliver timely, practical, and people-centred HR solutions.
• Lead employee relations, support workforce planning, and promote a culture of inclusion and engagement.
• Guide performance management processes and provide coaching to leaders.
• Drive improvement of HR initiatives including induction, recruitment, policy development, and compliance.
• Champion best practice and ensure alignment with employment legislation and organisational values.

What you’ll bring:

• A strong background in HR, with relevant qualifications and experience in advisory or business partnering roles.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law, modern HR practices, and employee relations.
• High-level communication, conflict resolution, and influencing skills.
• A proactive and resilient mindset with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Experience working in or with government, and knowledge of the Local Government Act 1995 is desirable.

Why work with us?

At the City of Karratha, you’ll be part of a supportive team making a real difference in our community. We offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and project ownership
• The chance to contribute to innovative HR initiatives in a unique regional setting

For further information including position description, click “Apply” to be taken to the City of Karratha’s online recruitment portal.

Applications close: 4.00pm, Thursday 25th September 2025.

For enquiries, contact the People & Culture Team on 9186 8543.