People & Culture Business Partner

About the Role

Closing Date: 06/09/2026 

• Join the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne
• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Inclusive workplace culture

About You

You will be a senior human resources practitioner seeking a People and Culture Business Partner (P&C BP) role where you will become a trusted advisor partnering with Operational Leaders, to deliver dynamic workforce solutions that support Albury Wodonga Health's strategic objectives and the delivery of exceptional healthcare services.

You will have a high degree of autonomy to provide expert advice and support across workforce planning, employee relations, organisational development, change management, workforce capability, employee engagement and performance management. You will work collaboratively with People and Culture specialist teams, to support the development of high performing, engaged and capable workforce.

You will have a key role in driving organisational effectiveness and building leadership capability by providing contemporary, pragmatic and risk-based workforce advice that aligns with organisational values, legislative requirements and strategic priorities.

We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Business, Organisational Psychology or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Significant experience in a Human Resources Business Partner, Senior Human Resources Advisor or equivalent role within a complex organisation.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence leaders to achieve strategic workforce and organisational outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations, performance management, workplace conduct and grievance matters.
• Sound knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations frameworks, enterprise agreements and contemporary HR practices.
• Demonstrated experience supporting organisational change, workforce planning and organisational development initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret workforce data and develop evidence-based recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence and the ability to travel between AWH sites as required.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and exercise sound judgement in complex environments.
• Commitment to AWH values and the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces

Employment Type: This is a fulltime opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Fiona Lawrance at fiona.lawrance@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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