HR Business Partner

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Role Purpose

At Yarra Trams, our mission is to deliver world-class transport services to our passengers.

We’re seeking an enthusiastic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our People & Culture team. This role partners with the business to uphold our values, foster a safe and positive workplace culture, ensure compliance, and support the achievement of operational goals.

Success in this role requires accurate and concise verbal and written communication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels.

About the Role:

• The key responsibilities of a HRBP at Yarra Trams will include:
• Promoting a positive and safe culture aligned with organisational goals and objectives
• Coaching and guiding leaders on a range of people related matters
• Drafting and reviewing employment related documentation
• Undertaking workplace investigations and supporting disciplinary processes
• Advising on and supporting the delivery of organisational change initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with employment laws, industrial instruments, policies and procedures
• Supporting the delivery of all employee life cycle activities including on boarding, off boarding, performance appraisals, remuneration reviews, reward and recognition.

About You:

This role will suit an experienced HR / IR professional who has a demonstrated ability to:

• Work both autonomously and in a team environment
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships at all levels of the organisation
• Build trust and rapport and influence decision making
• Effectively convey information in a concise manner, both verbally and in writing
• Identify and resolve conflict
• Understand and apply Australian employment law and industrial instruments
• Effectively engage with external stakeholders, including unions
• Prior experience working in a fast-pace, multi-disciplined and/or multi-site environment is preferred, but not essential.

Why Yarra Trams?

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace built on respect, celebrate diversity, and embrace inclusivity. Plus, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• A Free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
• Competitive salary and great conditions
• Professional Development
• Career growth opportunities
• A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental leave for primary caregivers

About Yarra Trams

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, connecting people and communities across Melbourne. We’re committed to caring for each other, our passengers, and the communities we serve. Our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is a key pillar and as an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages, those with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).

If you would like further details about an advertised role, or if you require an adjustment in the application process, or any other information in alternate formats please email [email protected] or call 1800 800 007