Join the People and Culture team at the Queensland Public Trustee (QPT) as a Senior HR Business Partner, where you will help shape the future of our organisation, providing expert guidance in HR, industrial relations, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and growth.

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About the role

As a Senior HR Business Partner, your primary responsibilities will include delivering expert guidance in industrial and employee relations, complex case management, performance management, navigating industrial instruments and ensuring adherence to HR policy and procedures. You will build trust and credibility with stakeholders while offering advice on emerging industrial trends and providing tailored HR assistance. This role requires a solutions-based critical thinker who has a high degree of drive to achieve outcomes. 

There are two positions available based in Brisbane CBD: 1x full-time permanent and 1x full-time temporary opportunity up to June 2026 with possible extension. To learn more, please download the role description for further information. 

About you

You are an experienced HR practitioner with a diverse background in HR, industrial and employment relations, complemented by a proactive approach. To excel in this role, the following attributes will be required for your success:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders
• Display meticulous attention to detail, thriving in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced conflict-resolution, negotiation and influencing skills
• Possess a positive demeanour coupled with a solution-focused mindset to address complex HR challenges
• Commitment to fostering a positive and safe work environment, modelling culturally capable, inclusive, respectful, and ethical conduct

While not mandatory, an undergraduate or higher degree qualification in a human resource management or industrial relations or related discipline would be highly regarded.

What we offer

• A fulfilling role where your skills directly impact lives
• Dynamic work environment with diverse responsibilities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Supportive culture prioritising employee mental health and wellbeing

If you're ready to make a difference and bring your skills to a role where your action matters, join us at the Queensland Public Trustee. Apply now and be a vital part of our commitment to driving meaningful outcomes that support a capable, engaged and future-ready workforce.

Interested in applying?

• Submit your current resume, including a comprehensive employment history and any relevant qualifications and professional certifications you hold.
• A cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining recent examples of your ability to demonstrate the ‘Key capabilities' required to perform the ‘Key responsibilities' of the role, as outlined above.
• Contact details for two referees. At least one referee should have thorough knowledge of your conduct and performance within the previous two years. If you are a current or previous public service employee, please nominate a referee who can report on your public service employment.
• Details of any visa conditions if you are not an Australian citizen or do not have permanent residency status.

Further information

The QPT is a value for money independent state trustee service dedicated to advancing and safeguarding the rights, interests and wishes of Queenslanders in need of financial management, trust and estate planning and administration support.  We have been looking after Queenslanders and their families since 1916.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• AO6 - Senior HR Business Partner, People and Culture, Brisbane (1x Perm & 1x Temp) (PDF, 220KB)
  Role Description