Title:  Senior P&C Business Partner

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

This is an ONGOING fulltime role.

The Senior People & Culture Business Partner provides strategic and operational HR advice to leaders and employees within their client group. The role manages employee cases, coaches managers on complex people matters, and collaborates with P&C specialists to address issues and identify emerging workforce trends. Through strong business partnering, the role develops a deep understanding of client needs to design and deliver tailored training, build leadership capability, and implement fit-for-purpose workforce planning and culture strategies that support a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

What we’re looking for You’re someone who can.

· Build strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and divisional teams to provide expert, solution-focused HR advice across the employee lifecycle.

· Support the implementation of tailored People Plans in partnership with divisional leadership, ensuring alignment with the broader organisational people strategy and addressing specific workforce needs, risks, and opportunities.

· Coach and support people leaders in managing complex HR matters, including employee relations, performance, and change. Build leadership capability through proactive engagement, tailored development initiatives, and practical advice that supports confident, compliant people management.

· Support organisational change, restructures, and workforce planning by providing strategic and operational advice. Collaborate with leaders and HR specialists to manage impacts, ensure compliance, and enable smooth transitions that build organisational agility and resilience.

Click here to access the Position Description.

Qualifications and Experience

Mandatory

· Demonstrated experience in providing high-quality strategic and operational HR advice across a range of people and culture matters.

Desirable

· Tertiary qualification in a Human Resources or relevant field.

· Experience using various HRIS software programs, preferably HCM Success Factors/SAP

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

Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.

Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, 11 March 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 via email bronwyn.a.white@transport.vic.gov.au

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