Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Human Resources Business Partner

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest councils in NSW with one of the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 385,000 residents. 

 

The role 

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join our People and Performance team on a temporary full-time basis for 12 months as a parental leave replacement. 

Reporting to the Team Leader Human Resources, this role will provide strategic and operational HRM and Industrial/Employment Relations advice and support to leaders and staff across Council. You will partner with client groups to build strong relationships, deliver practical HR solutions and support effective outcomes for the organisation. 

This is a varied generalist role where you will provide advice across employee relations, award interpretation, workforce planning, performance management, grievances, dispute resolution, recruitment and HR policy matters. 

 

Duties will include but not be limited to: 

• Provide accurate and consistent advice on HR issues, Award interpretation and relevant HRM and IR/ER legislation.  

• Coach and support leaders in relation to their HRM and IR/ER responsibilities.  

• Lead and support the resolution of disputes, grievances, disciplinary and other industrial matters.  

• Provide timely advice on employee relations, reward and benefits, workforce planning, performance management and business realignments.  

• Negotiate, influence and constructively challenge decisions to support positive organisational outcomes.  

• Develop, implement and review HRM policies and procedures.  

• Build strong working relationships based on credibility, trust and open communication.  

• Assist in the development and delivery of the Human Resources Business Plan and assigned projects.  

• Maintain HR databases and systems and provide reporting to identify trends.  

• Partner with the Talent Team to support attraction and recruitment activities.  

• Coordinate and/or deliver training, inductions and refresher training as required.  

 

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description. 

 

The successful applicant will have: 

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, IR, ER or similar, ideally at degree level.  

• Well-developed HR generalist skills in an award-based environment.  

• Demonstrated experience interpreting Awards and legislation relevant to HRM and IR/ER.  

• Experience leading or supporting the resolution of disputes, grievances, disciplinary and industrial matters.  

• Experience in recruitment and selection, ideally using behaviourally based interviews and psychometric testing.  

• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to provide practical, solutions-focused advice.  

• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.  

 

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $104,465 (Grade H, Step 1) plus 12% super. 

 

Click HERE to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade. 

 

What’s in it for you? 

• Temporary full-time opportunity for up to 12 months.  

• Salary from $104,465 + 12% superannuation.  

• Opportunity to work in a generalist HR Business Partner role across a diverse local government environment.  

• Supportive and collaborative People and Performance team.  

• Access to Council’s employee benefits, including Accrued Time Off, health and wellbeing programs, learning and development opportunities and flexible working arrangements. 

 

For more information, please contact Ben King (Team Leader Human Resources) at [email protected] 

 

Applications close 1st June 2026 
 

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected] 

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position. 

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.