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People & Culture Partner

Posted on Sept. 17, 2025

  • Full Time

People & Culture Partner

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Introduction:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced People & Culture Business Partner to join our team in Newcastle West. In this role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing guidance across a broad range of HR matters. From coaching managers and supporting workforce planning, to managing complex employee relations cases and leading change initiatives, you’ll play a key role in creating a positive and supportive workplace.

You’ll draw on your strong knowledge of HR practices and employment legislation to provide clear and practical advice, while building trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Your ability to communicate with impact, influence decision-making, and handle sensitive matters with professionalism and confidentiality will see you succeed. We’re looking for someone with case management experience, solid ER/IR expertise, and the confidence to partner with leaders to achieve both people and business outcomes.

In return, we offer hybrid and flexible working arrangements, a collaborative and supportive team environment, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that truly makes a difference. This is a great opportunity for a HR professional who enjoys variety, thrives on building strong relationships, and wants to be part of an organisation that values innovation, inclusion, and growth.

Benefits

  • Directly contribute to improving the lives of many in the community.
  • Attractive salary.
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (T&C’s apply).
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • A great friendly environment of dedicated and passionate co-workers.
  • Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program.
  • Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu shots and more.
  • Modern office facilities including onsite café.
Description:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this position is to act as a business partner to line managers by embedding HR strategy and providing professional, commercial and reliable HR guidance and support with the objective of adding value to the business.

Skills and Experiences:
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

  • Current experience in advising, guiding and supporting stakeholders on a broad range of HR matters
  • Ability to engage, inspire, influence, coach and deliver
  • Solid working knowledge of current general HR practices and processes and awareness of emerging trends
  • Sound knowledge of ER/IR legislation and understanding of current employment regulations
  • Strong interpersonal, relationship and customer service skills, well developed verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong consulting and negotiating skills and business acumen
  • Demonstrated understanding of change management and ability to personally adapt to a changing environment
QUALIFICATIONS

  • A tertiary qualification in Recruitment and/or Human Resources or a related degree OR strong experience within HR in a customer focused industry
  • Current Class C Driver’s Licence
  • Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Registered member of the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) (Desirable)
  • LinkedIn Recruiter Certification (Desirable)
To Apply

Please provide a current copy of your Resume and a Cover Letter which addresses the two criterion points below:

  • Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals.
  • Your qualifications and experience in a similar position.
For further information or a confidential conversation about the position, please reach out to Angela Bryant - Employment Relations and Talent Manager: angela.bryant@mn.catholic.org.au

Applications close: 11:59pm Wednesday 1st October 2025

Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

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