Position Details
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner for Part‐Time work in Newcastle, Hunter & Region. This permanent part‐time position is classified as Health Manager Level 1, with a weekly commitment of 21 hours. Salary ranges from $87,813 to $116,824 per annum plus super. Applications close 28 April 2026 at 11:59 pm. Requisition ID: REQ645683. The role is located on the Waratah Campus.
About the Role
Step into a true business partnering role where your advice, insight and influence will help drive organisational performance in one of NSW's largest health districts. As an HR Business Partner you will provide expert advice, coaching and consultancy across a broad range of human resources and industrial‐relations matters, strengthen leadership capability, manage employee relations and contribute to strategic workforce initiatives in a large, complex and diverse organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver consistent, high‐quality HR advice across employee and industrial‐relations matters
* Coach and support line managers to build confidence and capability in managing workforce matters
* Manage investigations (including privacy matters) and support complex casework
* Conduct grading and job evaluations in alignment with organisational structures
* Support performance management processes and organisational change initiatives
* Liaise with employee representatives and assist with matters before industrial tribunals
* Analyse HR metrics and provide risk‐based insights and reporting
* Contribute to workforce initiatives including engagement, diversity and succession planning
About You
If you are solutions‐focused, resilient and passionate about supporting leaders to achieve workforce excellence, this opportunity is for you. You will bring:
* Qualifications and/or equivalent experience in Human Resources Management or Industrial Relations
* Strong knowledge of employee relations and contemporary HR practices
* Proven ability to provide sound, practical HR solutions in complex environments
* Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and coach leaders
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess risk and escalator appropriately
* A current driver's licence and willingness to travel across the District as required
* Confidence working both autonomously and collaboratively, and a commitment to fostering respectful, inclusive and culturally safe workplaces
What We Offer
* Monthly Allocated Day Off (ADO) for full‐time employees (pro‐rated for part‐time)
* Flexible work hours
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro‐rated for part‐time)
* Paid parental leave (eligible employees)
* Salary packaging – up to $11,600 per annum plus novated leasing options
* Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
Equal Opportunity & Eligibility
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. This is a Category B position and recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 regarding occupational assessment, screening and vaccination for infectious diseases. To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position and in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
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