Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $116,413 - $140,849
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Human resources
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 11694
About Us
We create thriving places and connected communities. We plan, build and maintain Victoria’s transport, planning and land services. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and high-performing workplace.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.
About the role
Ongoing – 2 x Opportunities Available
The Senior People & Culture Business Partner provides strategic and operational HR support to leaders and employees. The role delivers expert advice across the employee lifecycle, manages complex employee relations matters, coaches leaders, and builds strong partnerships to understand business needs, address workforce challenges, and support informed decision-making.
The role helps implement people plans, workforce planning, organisational change, and restructures while ensuring compliance and smooth transitions. It also coordinates key HR processes, develops leadership capability, delivers tailored training, and uses workforce insights and feedback to drive continuous improvement, strengthen culture, and support a high-performing workplace.
What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)
You’re someone who:
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Qualifications and experience
You’ll bring:
Pre-employment checks and employment conditions
Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.
Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.
How to apply
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Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 28 July 2026.
Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions.
For further information about the role, please contact Bronwyn White, Manager P&C Business Partnering at [email protected]
Redeployees
If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.
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