Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $83,214 - $89,326
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Human resources
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: AN000390
Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.
The Opportunity:
The People Experience (PEX) department supports the Institute in achieving its strategic goals by strengthening workforce capability and capacity. PEX delivers a wide range of human resource services including strategic planning, workforce relations, talent acquisition, capability development, diversity and equity, health, safety and wellbeing, and employee engagement. The team is committed to delivering contemporary, professional, and high-quality human resource services that enhance the experience of our staff and the broader Institute community.
The Senior HR Business Partner plays a key role in delivering Holmesglen’s HR partnering model, working closely with managers and teams to align people strategies with business objectives across designated portfolios. Acting as a trusted advisor, this role provides expert guidance on workforce planning, recruitment, organisational change, capability development, and employee relations, while collaborating with HR Centres of Excellence, Shared Services, and external stakeholders. With a strong focus on enhancing employee experience and leadership capability, the Senior HR Business Partner balances operational support with strategic insight to enable effective people management and drive organisational performance.
As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will:
To be successful, you’ll have:
Our commitment to you:
At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter (no longer than two pages) summarising your experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Cathy Daly, Associate Director – People on [email protected]
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.
Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Sunday 30th of November 2025.
Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.
If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at [email protected] or on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.