About the organisation
Lort Smith Animal Hospital is Australia’s largest not-for-profit animal hospital, caring for over 20,000 animals each year. For more than 85 years, Lort Smith has supported the special bond between people and their pets, providing accessible veterinary care and promoting animal welfare.
With modern facilities at the North Melbourne hospital and a clinic at Campbellfield, Lort Smith offers a comprehensive range of veterinary and community services. Their dedicated team of veterinarians, nurses, and professionals work together to provide compassionate, high-quality care in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

The Opportunity
Lort Smith has partnered exclusively with Brooker Consulting to recruit two People & Culture Business Partners. They are full time positions, with the possibility that one could work 4 days/week (for the right person).

Reporting to the Chief People & Culture Officer, these hands-on positions will work closely with people leaders across the organisation to deliver expert HR advice, practical solutions, and initiatives that support engagement and performance.
You’ll play a key role across the employee lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding through to development, performance, and employee relations — helping to shape an inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with managers to provide HR advice across recruitment, performance, and employee relations matters
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless employee experience
• Support and guide performance management and workforce planning activities
• Contribute to talent and organisational development initiatives including training and leadership programs
• Provide advice on employee and industrial relations, policy compliance, and workplace legislation
• Support safety, wellbeing, and return-to-work programs
• Contribute to HR process improvement and system enhancements
• Collaborate with leaders to embed positive cultural and engagement initiatives

About the Person

• 5–8 years’ experience in an operational HR or generalist business partner role
• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of Australian employment legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement, influencing, and coaching managers
• Practical knowledge of HR systems, processes, and policy implementation
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Collaborative, professional, and adaptable approach with a genuine passion for making a positive impact

Above all, a collaborative and proactive attitude will enable to you to work with this fantastic team, working well under pressure and meet deadlines.

The Rewards
You’ll join a passionate and values-driven organisation where your contribution directly supports the wellbeing of animals and their owners. A competitive salary package, salary packaging options, and ongoing professional development opportunities are on offer.
If you’re looking for a role with purpose — where no two days are the same and where you’ll be surrounded by dedicated colleagues (and plenty of furry friends) — this could be your next great career move.

To see the position description, go to: https://brookerconsulting.com.au/find-your-next-opportunity/ (look for the pink box) and
apply please click the link below. Please attach a tailored CV (word version).
To ask any questions, call Leighton Cantrill on 0493 827 145 for a confidential conversation.