Workplace Relations and Business Partnering Coordinator
90 Sippy Downs Drive, UniSC Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, 4556
L6 $95,986 - $103,873 +17% super
People and Culture
Professional
Full-Time
People and Culture, Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
Level 6, $95,986 - $103,873 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Full-time, ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
As the Workplace Relations and Business Partnering Coordinator, you’ll be part of a collaborative team supporting a wide range of people-related activities across the University. You’ll coordinate important processes, support compliance requirements, and help ensure advice and documentation is clear, consistent and practical.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Workplace Relations and Business Partnering, you’ll be involved in a mix of work, supporting employee relations matters, assisting with organisational change, and helping with workforce planning activities. A big part of the role is keeping things moving and making sure people get the right information and support at the right time.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll get exposure across a wide range of workplace relations work, build strong relationships across the University, and develop your skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.
You will
- act as the first point of contact for workplace relations and business partnering enquiries, triaging and supporting stakeholders;
- coordinate employee relations matters including grievances, complaints and organisational change activity, providing end-to-end administrative and case support;
- prepare clear correspondence, reports and documentation, and maintain accurate systems, case records and workforce data with a focus on confidentiality and integrity; and
- support workforce reporting, classification, organisational design, policy implementation and continuous improvement, working closely with Business Partners and Workplace Relations specialists
About you
You’re organised, proactive and calm under pressure. You enjoy working behind the scenes to make complex processes feel seamless, and you take pride in accuracy, responsiveness and getting the details right. You bring a strong service mindset and the confidence to engage with a broad range of stakeholders, from leaders to specialist teams. You’re curious about workplace relations and want to build your expertise in a supportive, professional environment.
You will possess:
- A degree in Human Resources or related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Experience providing coordination or administrative support in HR, employee relations or similar environments
- Sound understanding, or the ability to quickly build knowledge, of employment legislation and workplace relations practices
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment
- Experience working with systems, databases and records management with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality
- Ability to analyse and present data to support reporting and decision-making
- Excellent written communication skills across reports, correspondence and documentation
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement
- Initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving capability
- A genuine commitment to inclusion, respect and culturally capable practice
Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.
How to apply
Position description: 494322_Workplace Relations Business Partnering Coordinator.pdf
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now, as we are conducting interviews on a rolling basis. The position may close early once we find the ideal candidate, so submit your application today to ensure prompt consideration.
Your completed application must include:
- a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.
Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team
We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Talent Acquisition
Phone: 07 5430 2830
Email: unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.
We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.
We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.
Our Culture & Benefits:
- Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
- Modern teaching & research facilities.
- Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
- We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
- Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
- Salary packing options + 17% Super.
- EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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