About the Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program     

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor- Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximise the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimising risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT.  

We have a range of exciting opportunities available on the PLMSP, with the program set to commence on 1 January 2025. To explore all vacancies, visit Palladium’s Careers page and search "PLMSP" at thepalladiumgroup.com/careers. 

This Opportunity  

Supporting the Project HR Manger and the Senior Leadership team (SLT) the Human Resources (HR) Business Partnering Manager will develop, drive and deliver contemporary and strategic people focused HR strategies to support the business and project outcomes. This position is a critical link between the transformational and transactional HR support, partnering with Leads and Managers to provide generalist HR support and operating as a strategic business partner, people and administrative champion and change agent for the business. 

This is a fixed term opportunity required for 4 years with possibility of extension.  

The HR Business Partnering Manager will:  

• Work closely with the Project HR Manager to provide strategies and advice to managers on best practice HR processes including performance management, case management, cyclical HR activities, employee investigations. 

• Develop and oversee the administrative processes of the HR team ensuring efficient, compliant practices.    

• Use HR and employee data to provide key insights to the senior leadership team (SLT) for people initiatives.   

• Provide subject management expertise to the SLT on building organisational capability, retention and engagement, performance management and culture.    

• Foster equality, diversity and inclusion, drawing on capabilities from across the Program and palladium wherever possible.     

We are seeking an individual who will bring:  

• Work experience providing HR Business partner/ Senior business partner support providing people-focused solutions that align to business needs.   

• Demonstrated experience managing and leading a small HR team with a coaching and mentoring approach.    

• Experience working across a Pacific context, including support to ex-pat and locally engaged staff.   

• Demonstrated experience working within an agile, adaptable business and managing HR activities in an adaptive and responsive manner.   

• Strong communication skills, ability to build relationships with hiring managers and leads, ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff (from Senior Leadership to Officers).  

This position is based in Brisbane, Australia. We are focused on building a diverse workforce to enhance our support and we welcome applications from Pacific Island and Timor-Leste candidates, as well as those living and working in Australia. You must have valid Australian work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates who are willing to relocate for the position must do so at their own expense. 

We strongly encourage people with disability to apply. Disclosing about your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable for us to work with you about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact PLMSP.HR@thepalladiumgroup.com    

How to Apply 

For full details on role requirements, please <click here>  

Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. 

Closing date: Sunday 24^th November, 2024, 11.59pm AEST