Senior HR Business Partner
- Fixed Term (12 months) / Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- $107,154 - $111,619 pro rata per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 5) + Superannuation
- Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Human Resource Business Partner (SHRBP) to join our team at Council.
As an advisor and trusted partner to senior leadership and employees, you will play a pivotal role in aligning human resource initiatives with the organisation's goals. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional to drive meaningful change and contribute to a thriving workplace.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What We’re Looking for
- An experienced Senior HR Business Partner who can collaborate with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Ability to provide expert advice on organisational design, workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning.
- Someone who can act as a trusted advisor on complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with employment laws and policy & procedures.
- Ability to Analyse HR metrics and trends to provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
- Passionate person with a positive personality to drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.
What you'll get in return
As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs.
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
- A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
- Your Current resume.
Application criteria
- Demonstrated experience providing contemporary HR business partnering support to operational leaders within a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying employment legislation, enterprise agreements, policies, and procedures to manage organisational risk and support decision-making.
- Proven ability to manage complex employee and industrial relations matters, including performance management, misconduct, grievances, and organisational change.
- Highly developed stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted partnerships and coach leaders to achieve people and organisational outcomes.
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.
Applications Close: Monday 16 November 2026 at Midnight (AEST)