About the role

Yarra Ranges Council has a rare opportunity for two seasoned Senior People & Culture (P&C) Business Partners to join our P&C Operations team. In this role, you’ll work closely with leaders to drive performance, provide expert guidance on complex people matters, and help shape a positive workplace culture for all employees at Yarra Ranges Council.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise on People and Culture matters, including workplace issues, grievances, performance management, complex case management, Enterprise Agreement interpretation, data interpretation and analytics, workforce planning, and policy reviews.

Develop and implement best-practice People and Culture projects, leveraging innovative and collaborative approaches to achieve strategic outcomes.

Lead one P&C Business Partner, serving as a point of escalation for advice, expertise, and coaching.

Collaborate with leaders at all levels of the organisation to ensure alignment with organisational goals and values.

Foster a positive workplace culture with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and a strong commitment to child safety.

In-depth knowledge of HR legislation, systems, and methodologies, with a focus identifying, managing, and mitigating psychosocial hazards in the workplace.

We have two positions available:

One permanent full-time.

One temporary full-time until April 2026 (secondment backfill).

Both roles have a salary range between $110,534 and $119,249 per annum (Band 7), plus superannuation.

Benefits of working with us

Support work-life balance with the option of a monthly rostered day off and hybrid working arrangements.

Generous leave options including 20 weeks paid primary caregiver leave (6 weeks for secondary caregivers), family planning leave options, volunteer leave, study assistance and menstrual and menopause leave.

Opportunities for professional development to grow your skills and experience.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

Extensive knowledge and experience in managing a range of unique and complex workplace relations issues, performance management, change management, grievances, and disputes.

Demonstrated experience in developing People and Culture initiatives or projects.

Experience in conducting workplace investigations including oversight of unfair dismissals or general protections claims.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience in report and policy development.

The ability to coach and empower leaders through the resolution of complex people matters.

Strong stakeholder relationship skills with the ability to partner closely with leadership at all levels.

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. Especially if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn.

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Sunday the 12th of October 2025.

Contact person: Jen Adams, Senior P&C Business Partner, on 03 9294 6385.

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at [email protected].

Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. This will include a Police Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.