People And Culture Business Partner

Agency: Parliament of South Australia 

Location: Adelaide

Classification: ASO6

Job Status: Ongoing and Full Time

Applications Due: 28 June 2024

We are seeking a dedicated People and Culture Business Partner to provide high level advice, under broad direction, in the management and delivery of people, culture and capability services and solutions that are fit for purpose, customer focused and trusted. 

Working closely with the Manager, People and Culture, you will be implementing strategies and actions for human resources, work health and safety, employee relations, while ensuring continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industrial instruments. You will provide high-level strategic advice to our leaders, managers and staff on complex and sensitive matters. 

Moreover, you will contribute to transformational change and support strategic initiatives, all while promoting a culture of inclusivity and respect within the Parliament of South Australia. 

If you have a proven track record in providing operational People and Culture services within complex environments, strong leadership skills, and the ability to deliver critical People and Culture projects, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

The incumbent will be required to provide authoritative advice, support and consultancy to all levels within the Parliament.  The People and Culture Business Partner will build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders and deliver outcomes-focused advice on a range of generalist people management matters.

What We Offer 
As the People and Culture Business Partner at Parliament of South Australia, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and influential role within our organisation. You will work with a high-performing People and Culture team, whilst offering guidance and mentorship to staff and managers.  

Our convenient workplace is close to public transport and Rundle Mall, and we offer favourable superannuation and flexible working arrangements. Join us in this role and make a real impact on our business operations and employee relations. If you have the experience and expertise we're looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. 

• Significant operational People and Culture experience in a complex environment and proven ability to provide high level advice, internal consultancy, and innovative solutions supported by a relevant business, HR, and/or WHS qualification.  
• Demonstrated ability to research and provide specialist advice in one or more areas of Work Health and Safety, Injury Management, Employee Relations, Change Management; Recruitment and Selection; Employee Relations; Equity and Diversity; Policy Development; and Performance Management.   
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor staff and clients with an ability to support and drive change across a mix of established departmental cultures and manage sensitive situations confidentially and effectively.  
• High level communication and interpersonal skills, including experience in business, report writing, policy review and development, advocacy, negotiation, and conflict resolution. 
• Demonstrated project-planning and management ability, resilience under a degree of pressure through working with a degree of autonomy and contribute effectively as a member of a professional team.  
• Proven understanding of contemporary technology to embed process improvements in business-as-usual activities and support the evolution of a best practice People and Culture function (e.g. Human Resource Information System (HRIS), hazard/incident reporting systems).  

Please refer to the Job Description on our website https://www.parliament.sa.gov.au/en/About-Parliament/Careers for the full details relating to the position.

Applications are due on 28 June 2024. You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages). For more information, please download the Job Description. 

Note:  Only applications that fully address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position Role Description will be considered.

Aaron Chong – Manager, People and Culture 

(08) 8237 9***