Business Partner - People & Culture

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and strategic People and Culture Business Partner to join our Energy & Utilities business.

As a trusted advisor to your assigned portfolio, you will oversee, manage, and support business success through the effective delivery, execution, and implementation of People & Culture services, programs, and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic P&C partner to business leaders, aligning people initiatives with business objectives
• Translate business strategy and line-of-business people plans into effective P&C interventions, considering diverse business cultures and operational constraints
• Provide strategic P&C insight and ensure solutions are aligned to the broader E&U people agenda
• Collaborate with functional P&C specialists to drive successful business outcomes through proactive information sharing and strong stakeholder relationships
• Contribute to the design and strategic direction of the operational P&C plan, identifying and delivering actions that support business objectives
• Lead and implement local P&C initiatives that enable performance and growth
• Administer approved HR policies and programs, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company standards, and internal processes

What we are looking for 

• Five years relevant experience 
• Background in utilities sector or blue collar industry desirable
• Demonstrated experience in a similar or senior advisor role with experience gained in a complex operating environment
• Experience in supporting unionised workforce highly desirable
• Experience in the support of IR/ER processes 
• Experience in providing effective operational P&C advice and support to leaders on issues including policy interpretation, building talent 
• Proven experience working to tight time frames in a changing environment and ability to work under pressure and manage stakeholder expectations
• Proven experience to deliver on time and close out operational P&C matters
• Experience in engaging with the business and the ability to contribute as part of a team to develop the operational P&C solutions

What we offer

• Flexible working environment
• Opportunity for career growth with structured frameworks and supportive-inclusive team 
• Competitive Salary and Employee Benefits 
• Valued and respected position, with supportive and experienced team
• Work for a major ASX-listed company 

About Energy & Utilities…Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Click "Apply" to start your application. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes, fees, or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms, or third parties. Candidates are welcome to submit their applications via the advertisement.