Human Resources Business Partner

About The Role Are you a Human Resources Business Partner who thrives in workforce change, employee relations and industrial advice? Guided by our value to Think Differently, this project‑led role supports two significant initiatives:

• the Community Services Management Structure Review, and
• the implementation of a new Roster, Time and Attendance framework.

Initially, You Will Partner Closely With Community Services Leaders To Deliver And Embed Key Workforce Changes, With a Strong Focus On Change Management And Industrial And Employee Relations, Including

• Providing clear, practical IR and ER advice to leaders throughout periods of organisational change
• Managing end‑to‑end employee relations casework arising from change, including performance management, grievances, disputes, disciplinary processes and investigations
• Supporting leaders through consultation processes, role and classification changes and transition planning
• Advising on legislation, industrial instruments and internal policies to ensure compliant and defensible outcomes
• Supporting the introduction of changes to base rosters and systems of work, including identifying and mitigating people and industrial risks
• Coaching and supporting leaders to confidently lead teams through change and manage sensitive people matters

As these changes are embedded, the role will shift focus to supporting the rollout and adoption of roster, time and attendance changes across our front-line workforce, providing ongoing IR advice and ER case management at scale. This role brings together change leadership, industrial relations expertise and hands‑on ER case management, with a strong focus on delivering practical, compliant and sustainable outcomes aligned to Ability WA’s strategic goals. ⏰Full Time 📅 Fixed Term Contract until 31 December 2026 (possibility for extension) 📍Coolbinia office with flexible work options About You You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• Significant experience as a HR Business Partner or senior HR generalist, ideally in a medium to large organisation undergoing workforce change
• A degree in HR or a related field – desirable but not essential
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex workforce change initiatives, such as organisational restructures, role and classification changes, rosters or systems of work
• Strong industrial and employee relations capability, including interpretation and application of legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and organisational policies
• Proven experience managing end‑to‑end ER casework, including performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, disputes and workplace investigations
• A practical, solutions‑focused approach, with the confidence to provide clear, balanced and defensible advice to leaders during periods of change
• Strong stakeholder partnering and coaching skills, with the ability to support leaders through sensitive, high‑risk and complex people matters
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment
• Right to work in Australia and the ability to complete required checks (NDIS Worker Screening, National Police Clearance, COVID vaccination, Driver’s Licence)

At Ability WA, we care about finding the right fit. Even if you don't meet 100% of the selection criteria, we encourage you to apply Why Ability WA? You’ll be part of a values-led organisation making a genuine impact in the disability sector.

• Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging benefits up to $18,550
• 3 wellness days per year to prioritise your wellbeing
• Flexible hours + work from home options
• Leave loading, paid parental leave, return from parental leave bonuses
• Access to an employee assistance program
• Opportunities to grow and develop your skills
• Easy access to Yokine Reserve for refreshing walking meetings (and the occasional dog pat)
• Free parking

Ready to Apply? Click apply to submit your resume and cover letter (maximum one page). Applications will be reviewed as received, so apply early! For Questions, Contact Aman Singh, General Manager Human Resources on (08) 9267 8411 or Aman.singh@abilitywa.com.au Ability WA is committed to empowering all people to realise their abilities and thrive in their communities. We embrace the unique strengths of every person within our organisation and welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, ethnicities and cultures as we continue to grow our diverse workforce. We reserve the right to extend or withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date. Ability WA focuses on sourcing high calibre candidates through direct recruitment campaigns. Please do not send unsolicited agency CVs or contact Ability WA staff regarding unsolicited CVs.