Cassowary Coast Regional Council

Business Partner (Human Resources)

• $100,285 p.a. plus superannuation
• Full Time Fixed Term – 12 months (parental leave)
• Flexible Working arrangements 
• Part Time applicants will be considered

The Position

The Business Partner HR will work collaboratively with the HR team and form relationships as a trusted adviser across the organisation, understanding, sharing and contributing to the achievement of business objectives by developing, coordinating and advising on core Human Resource matters.

About You

You will have a degree in Human Resources field and HR experience in a similar role. You have experience operating a Human Resource Information system (HRIS) including reporting and analysis of data and highly developed communication skills including the ability to consult, liaise, influence and provide education to enable customers regarding Council human resource matters.

You can interpret Industrial legislation including understanding of relevant employment legislation including the Queensland Industrial Relations Act and relevant Awards.

Additionally, you have analytical and problem solving skills to collect, analyse and collate data into meaningful information.

You must also have a Current “C” class drivers licence for this role. – See a full list of the essential and desirable Selection Criteria, in the Position Description

If this role sounds like a fit for your skills, experience and aspirations, take advantage of this exciting opportunity and apply now.

Our Council

It is an exciting time to be part of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, our commitment to a shared set of values offers great experiences through the building of a dynamic and inclusive workplace and community culture.

Council’s 2021-2025 Corporate Plan outlines the overarching vision for the Cassowary Coast region is ‘to provide great experiences, deliver value and create a sustainable future for our community.’ - One Coast, Cassowary Coast.

Our Region

Nestled between one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest, is the beautiful Cassowary Coast Region. Consisting of coastal and hinterland communities with 30,000 residents across the major townships of Cardwell, Mission Beach, Tully and Innisfail.

Apply Now

All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday 6 January 2025.

On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:

• Cover Letter (max 2-3 pages) and the reason you are the ‘best fit’ for this role
• Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications
• Current Licences/Qualifications, relevant to this role

Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.

Any Questions

If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us: 

People & Safety,P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: recruitment@ccrc.qld.gov.au

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.

Appointment to this position is to replace an employee (the parent) during their parental leave or transferral to a safe job, or to replace an employee temporarily promoted or transferred to replace the parent. As the parent has a right to return to work for the reasons set out in the Industrial Relations Act 2016, section 78(2), the duration of the appointment and employment may be less than 12 months.