JOIN US - SHAPE LIVES - BUILD YOUR CAREERAbout the Role:As a HR Business Partner (HRBP) with Challenge Community Services, you’ll act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the business. This role drives organisational performance by aligning HR practices with business objectives, leading change, and supporting leaders to achieve outcomes.You’ll provide expert advice, coaching and guidance on employee relations, workforce planning, culture initiatives, and policy development, while managing risk and compliance.Benefits:Salary starting from $110k + Super + Annual Leave Loading (negotiable for highly experienced applicants)Fully maintained company vehicle with FBT contributionSalary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free per year (if eligible)Meal and entertainment card up to $2,650 pre-tax (if eligible)Option to purchase additional annual leave (if eligible)Ongoing training and professional developmentAnnual flu vaccinationFitness Passport for you and your familyBirthday leave – take the day off to celebrate you!Duties:Partner with leaders to align HR strategy with business prioritiesLead organisational design, culture change, workforce and succession planningProvide coaching and advice to managers on performance, leadership and complianceManage industrial and employee relations, including disputes, investigations, and complaintsRepresent the organisation in union consultations, Fair Work proceedings, and external forumsDrive implementation of performance management, development, and talent programsMaintain and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and best practiceChampion health, safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement across the workforceSkills and Experience:EssentialRelevant degree qualification and 5+ years of senior HR/IR experienceStrong knowledge of employment law, industrial instruments, and HR policyProven experience in employee relations, investigations, and dispute resolutionDemonstrated ability to lead change and culture transformation initiativesHigh-level consultation, coaching, and influencing skills with leaders and managersAbility to work under limited direction, exercising judgement and strategic thinkingCurrent Working With Children Check, NDIS Screening Check, Police Check, and Driver’s LicenceDesirablePostgraduate qualification in HR, IR or related fieldExperience working within a large, complex, multi-faceted organisationExperience in succession planning and workforce analyticsAbout Us:For over 65 years, Challenge Community Services has provided disability services, foster care, allied health, and supported employment. Our mission is simple: empower individuals and strengthen communities through compassionate, people-focused support.How to applyWhen applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the key selection criteria as part of your application.To apply and view the Position Description please click on the 'apply now' button below or visit our website: www.challengecommunity.org.auConfidential enquiries can be made by contacting Dean Burrows at dean.burrows@challengecommunity.org.auApplications Close: 19th September 2025We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay my respects to their elders past and present.Challenge Community Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.
