The Opportunity
We’re seeking a Senior Workplace Relations Business Partner to join our People, Leadership & Culture team and play a key role across Catholic Education SA, working closely with leaders to provide clear, expert guidance and help shape a positive, consistent and compliant workplace culture.
Role Summary
* $166,330 base
* Full‑time, permanent role
* Join a growing HR team
You’ll Have The Chance To
* Provide high‑level employment and industrial relations advice.
* Support leaders with complex and sensitive employee matters.
* Contribute to enterprise agreement negotiations and other industrial initiatives.
* Represent CESA in industrial forums and hearings, supported by our legal provider.
* Lead reviews, audits and compliance activities to ensure strong, system‑wide workplace practices.
* Develop clear, future‑focused policies, procedures and resources.
This is a role where your expertise can help build capability, strengthen relationships, and support positive outcomes for our schools.
About You
You’re someone who combines industrial relations knowledge with a balanced, people‑centered approach. You enjoy partnering with leaders, navigating complexity with clarity and confidence, and providing grounded advice that supports good decision‑making.
You Will Bring
* Extensive experience in industrial relations, grievance management and dispute resolution.
* Strong capability interpreting legislation, industrial instruments and regulatory requirements.
* Experience working with employee representatives, including in negotiation settings.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the confidence to advise senior stakeholders.
* Strong analytical ability, attention to detail and sound judgement.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in industrial relations, law, HR or a similar field.
Why Us?
You value collaboration, integrity, professionalism and contributing to an environment where people feel supported and respected.
You’ll Enjoy
* Being part of a collaborative, experienced and growing HR team.
* The opportunity to influence organisation‑wide outcomes across a large and diverse education system.
* Work grounded in ethical practice, professionalism, and care for the communities we serve.
Plus, You’ll Also Benefit From
* Flexible work options
* Bonus Christmas leave & leave loading
* Study incentives & a professional development allowance
* An exciting new office location coming in 2026 (Greenhill Road, Parkside)
About Us
We are Catholic Education South Australia with almost 9,500 staff who are raising hearts and minds of more than 56,000 students across our 101 Catholic schools. Through our commitment to educational excellence, we provide dynamic, innovative, and personalised learning in a Catholic context, from Early Years to Year 12.
CESA is a dynamic and diverse education system working in partnership with families, parishes and communities to support thriving people, capable learners and leaders for the world God desires. Guided by the Living, Learning, Leading Framework and the Towards 2027: Expanding Horizons and Deepening Practices strategy, CESA is committed to professional excellence and to being an employer of choice.
How To Apply
* Cover letter (1 A4 page) detailing the following:
o Your experience relevant to the role
o What has motivated you to apply
o What you hope to contribute to the CESA community
* Resume
Applications close Monday 16 March 2026
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