HR Business Partner-Hester Hornbrook Academy (Melbourne City Mission)

About the Role
In this hands-on, strategic role, you’ll partner with the Hester Hornbrook executive leadership team and Heads of Campus across multiple campuses to drive positive workforce practices and improve outcomes for both staff and students. From employee relations and industrial negotiations to capability development and workforce planning, you’ll help shape a high-performing, inclusive, and supportive education environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide expert HR and employee relations advice across the employee lifecycle
• Lead complex case management, EBA negotiations, and conflict resolution
• Partner with leaders on performance, development, WHS, and return-to-work programs
• Ensure compliance with education and workforce regulations
• Support strategic workforce initiatives and change impact as the school continues to grow
• Travel across our  campuses to connect with educational and wellbeing staff to deliver tailored support

The Person

• Proven HR/ER generalist experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of employment law, enterprise agreements, and industrial relations
• Skilled in case management, investigations, coaching, and workforce reporting
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in education, is highly desirable
• A relevant HR qualification and valid driver’s licence are essential

The Offer
Be part of a values-driven organisation creating lasting impact for vulnerable youth, where you will enjoy a supportive team culture and strong leadership backing. The salary package on offer is circa $130K plus Super. Generous PBI salary packaging, flexible work, and professional growth are also on offer. Work with purpose across inspiring and diverse school communities.

Ready to join a team changing lives through education?
Apply today to help shape a thriving, trauma-informed learning environment where every student matters. To make an application by clicking the ‘Apply’ tab below to submit your resume in Word format. To confidentially discuss this role further, please call Lisa Webb on 0428 679 060 or Barry Vienet on 0427 406 325 

This is a retained, exclusive assignment and any direct applications or referrals will be forwarded to Johnson Recruitment.
  
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