Senior People and Culture Business Partner
Join the People and Culture team at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity (up to March 2027) and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they are the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
- Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we are enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
In this diverse role you will act as a key people and culture business partner to the NSW Ministry Executives and people leaders in relation to human resources management and organisational change.
You will be part of a supportive team that will work in a matrix structure, collaborating with subject matter experts across the various teams within the Ministry's people and culture function. The role calls for a creative problem solver who can understand and work across multiple specialities.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you will be doing
Utilising the breadth and depth of your People and Culture generalist experience you will partner with key stakeholders in the delivery of solutions and initiatives across the full spectrum of the people function.
You will use your strong stakeholder management skills to enable the business to deliver against their strategic objectives, through a genuine business partnering approach.
About you
- We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
How to apply
At the Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you will get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages), cover letter explaining your interest in the role and outlining hour your capabilities would align to the requirements of the role, and provide a response to the target question below.
Target Question (1-2 pages)
- As a people and culture professional, please describe a time when you have had to utilise your knowledge and capabilities to solve a complex operational human resource challenge. Why was it complex, what was your approach, what challenges did you face and how did you overcome these challenges?
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role related queries or questions contact Catherine Ladomatos on catherine.ladomatos@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ667786.
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on frankie.deluca@health.nsw.gov.au.
For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government
Closing Date: 11:59 pm Monday, 22 June 2026.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
- Please note that the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Do not miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59 pm Monday, 22 June 2026.
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