Purpose of the Role

We're looking for a compassionate, capable, and strategic Senior People & Culture Partner to help our people leaders create positive workplace experiences, drive organisational outcomes, and support the wellbeing of our blended workforce.

Salvos Boomerang is part of Australia's first AI-driven textile sorting and decommissioning initiative, turning unwanted fabrics into valuable resources for the circular economy.

About the Role

As a trusted advisor, the Senior People & Culture Partner (Boomerang) enables business outcomes for the Boomerang project by delivering expert advice and support to frontline leaders through the People Solutions Centre model.

The role partners closely with project and operations leaders to build people capability, implement national P&C strategies, and foster a high-performing, collaborative culture. It also supports broader P&C initiatives as needed.

The role is max term (12 months), full time located at our Queensland Divisional Headquarters in Spring hill.

Key responsibilities:

• Business Partnerships: Act as a trusted advisor, partnering with senior leaders and managers to develop and deliver blended workforce solutions across organisational design, change, and employee relations to meet evolving business needs.
• Employee Relations and Compliance: Manage sensitive employee relations issues, including misconduct, grievances, and performance, ensuring legal and policy compliance.
• Develop Leadership Capability: Coach and mentor leaders and team members to build strong people management skills and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Data-Driven Workforce Planning: Use workforce data, trends, and insights to guide decision-making and support evidence-based planning and change.
• Support Projects and Change: Contribute to the implementation of national People & Culture initiatives, ensuring consistent and timely delivery across the organisation.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have strong generalist experience, capable of balancing strategic thinking with practical delivery. You're confident advising senior leaders, skilled in navigating complex employee matters, and committed to building leadership capability across an organisation.

Key Capabilities:

• A relevant degree qualification in HR, Business, or a related field.
• Substantial HR generalist experience.
• A sound understanding of employee relations and experience partnering with managers to resolve complex people management issues.

Why work for us?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as;

• Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging for living expenses ($15,900 tax free for rent, mortgage, school fees etc) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650 tax free)
• On site parking
• Hybrid working arrangement minimum 2 days in office.
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks.
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity.
• Health insurance, home energy and home office supplies discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service.

How to Apply

The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most. We invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.