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.
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 timely advice on employee relations, reward and benefits, workforce planning, performance management and business realignments.
For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.
The successful applicant will have:
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.
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 contactBen King (Team Leader Human Resources) at Ben.King@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
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 recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
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.
