* Commence by negotiation no later than September 2025
* Provide strategic and operational HR and Employee Relations advice across the 33 schools in the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst
* Salary range starting from $130,000 plus super
HR Business Partner
* 35hr week, based in Bathurst
* Commence by negotiation no later than September 2025
* Provide strategic and operational HR and Employee Relations advice across the 33 schools in the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst
* Salary range starting from $130,000 plus super
ANZUK Education has partnered with the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst in their search for a dynamic HR Business Partne r to join the HR team based in Bathurst. Reporting to the Head of HR, Risk and WHS, this senior role is responsible for providing strategic and operational workplace relations advice and partnering with Principals, Leaders, and employees to drive positive people outcomes across the Diocese.
Your role will be pivotal in fostering an engaged and capable workforce through effective leadership support, sound employee relations advice, and implementation of people and culture initiatives—all while modelling and promoting the Vision and Mission of Catholic education.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership: Provide trusted, high-level guidance on all people-related matters including employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, and organisational change.
Employee Relations & Industrial Relations: Manage complex employee relations issues, lead investigations, and provide advice on awards, agreements, and legislative requirements.
Organisational Development: Support and embed initiatives that drive cultural and organisational change, including the rollout of key people initiatives, policy implementation, and leadership capability development.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build collaborative relationships with Principals, Managers, and the CEDB Team to proactively support the delivery of HR solutions.
Collaboration: Work closely with the broader HR, Risk & WHS teams (including HR Services, Payroll, WHS, Child Protection, and outsourced providers) to deliver cohesive HR support across the organisation.
Compliance & WHS: Promote safe work practices and support compliance with WHS legislation.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Formal qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline
* Demonstrated experience in providing high-level HR and IR advice in a complex or multi-site environment
* Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels
* Proven experience managing complex employee relations issues and facilitating positive outcomes
* Knowledge of current employment legislation, industrial relations frameworks, and HR best practices
* Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
* Alignment with the ethos and mission of Catholic education
* This role will involve travel to schools across the Diocese, a driver licence and the ability to undertake travel including occasional overnight stays is required
What we offer:
* Access to salary packaging
* 14 weeks parental leave
* Up to 7 weeks annual leave
* Relocation package available
* A supportive and values-driven environment with opportunities for professional development
Next Steps
CEDB has engaged ANZUK Executive to lead the search for this new role.
To request an Applicant Information Pack which highlights the position, the diocese and the application process in more detail, please contact Sam Swain from ANZUK Executive: or (02) 8029 6960
A Working with Children Check is a requirement for this role. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of a current WWCC, or intent to apply for one at the conclusion of the recruitment process.
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