- Be a key player in delivering impactful HR solutions across a diverse and dynamic organisation.
- Partner with leaders across Sydney Water to influence people strategies and drive business success.
- Enjoy a flexible working environment with competitive remuneration and opportunities for growth.
As a People & Culture Specialist, you’ll have the chance to partner with leaders across the organisation, providing strategic HR guidance and driving key people initiatives.
This is a hands-on role that will see you working across the full HR remit, with a mix of operational and tactical work. You will report to the Manager People and Culture working in a tightly knit group of professionals who genuinely care for each other and our stakeholders. Led by the Head of People and Culture, you’ll collaborate across our wider P&C group which includes rewards & remuneration, talent acquisition, learning & development, and workplace relations.
We’re dynamic and thrive on innovation, and we’re looking for someone who matches our energy! Ideally, you’ve worked in a fast-evolving, matrix environment and understand what excellent P&C practices look like. This generalist role requires expertise across all aspects of HR, with a focus on ER & IR practices.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with P&C Manager to deliver strategic People & Culture (P&C) outcomes.
- Provide expert advice on HR best practices, including performance management and talent development.
- Coach leaders on employee performance and guide them through P&C processes to drive excellence.
- Act as a trusted advisor for complex employee matters, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
- Support and lead change management initiatives and HR projects to foster continuous improvement and innovation.
- Facilitate cyclical processes like performance evaluations, compensation reviews, and talent management, ensuring follow-up actions are effectively implemented.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Experience in the generalist HR space as a HR Advisor, People & Culture Advisor, Business Partner or similar.
- HR experience, with a strong background in employee relations, coaching and strategic HR initiatives.
- Experience guiding senior leaders through change management processes.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to partner with all levels across the organisation.
- Experience in developing and implementing successful HR projects.
- HR experience in industries like construction, water, utilities or infrastructure that are heavily unionised.
- Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline
Recruitment Process:
Please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressing the following questions:
- Describe your experience handling ER/IR matters in an industrial or operational environment. Share a specific example where you successfully resolved a complex issue, detailing your approach and the outcome.
- Share an example of a significant change initiative you led or supported within a complex organisation. How did you manage stakeholder engagement, address resistance, and ensure the successful implementation of the change?
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.
- As part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.
- Flexibility to travel across Sydney Water sites as required
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
Competitive Compensation: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Closing Date: Thursday 31 July 2025 at 11:59pm AEST
Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.
For any further information please contact Angela.Nguyen@sydneywater.com.au
Working at Sydney Water
At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.
Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
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This role is internally titled People and Culture Specialist, as outlined in the job description. Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.