Senior People & Culture Business Partner
Wacol, QLD, AU, 4076
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
At Volvo Group Australia (VGA) we aim to lead in the automotive world by creating innovative transport solutions built around making our customers' lives less complicated. We are looking for curious, creative people who want to change the world through innovative thinking and contribute to our transformation journey.
YOUR NEW ROLE:
At Volvo Group Australia, we don't just build world-class trucks, buses and construction equipment—we build a culture where innovation, inclusion and integrity come standard. We're shaping the future of sustainable transport, and our People & Culture team is at the heart of it all.
This 12 month contract position is responsible for supporting the development of key strategic partnerships by working closely with the leadership teams of a defined client group. It plays a critical part in building mutually beneficial relationships across the organisation and delivering globally aligned, locally relevant business outcomes. By leveraging the People & Culture business plan, this role identifies and drives opportunities that support the achievement of strategic commercial goals.
Key responsibilities include:
• Partnering with a defined client group to support and influence strategic outcomes across the wider organisation – occasional interstate travel may be required.
• Translating business strategy into people plans that reflect Volvo’s values and drive performance.
• Using your knowledge across talent, recruitment, development, ER/IR, safety and reward to support business outcomes.
• Coaching and challenging leaders on key people matters, building capability, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Acting as a change agent and trusted advisor to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborating with global, regional and local HR networks to ensure alignment, compliance, and innovation.
• Helping shape and execute the P&C Strategic Business Plan in your area—and beyond.
Who are you?
The ideal candidate will possess:
• A proven track record as a commercial, forward-thinking Business Partner.
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise agreement (EA) negotiations, with the ability to navigate complex industrial landscapes.
• Strong experience in autonomously managing workplace investigations, including working in consultation with external legal counsel where required.
• Passion for building values-based, commercially minded leadership capability.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Proven ability to design, implement and lead best-practice people programs that align with business strategy.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, global matrix environment.
• A deep understanding of the organisational ecosystem—including culture, leadership, capability, and systems.
• Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field qualifications or equivalent professional experience.
What’s in it for you?
• Work with one of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a reputation that has been earned over a century.
• Negotiated salary based off candidate suitability and expertise plus generous commission structure and vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• A truly values-based organisation, inclusive workplace culture and passionate people shaping the world we live in.
• Modern, world-class open plan office with fully electric stand-up desks, an onsite café, parental room, end-of-journey facilities and the latest equipment.
• Opportunity to leverage a globally aligned and locally authentic icon. Work with international specialists to deliver locally tailored projects and initiatives.
• Benefits for applicable staff including access to Sonder (Wellbeing & Safety Partner) for employees and family members, education assistance, Service Awards, income protection, private health insurance, personal computer loans, option to purchase additional leave, additional superannuation and generous paid parental leave provisions.
• A strong commitment to safety and your health and wellbeing.
• A commitment to equal opportunity and equal outcome.
• Free onsite parking with electric vehicle charging stations.
• Potential for contract extension and project work.
Ready for the next move?
The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate background and reference checks.
Volvo Group Australia are proud of our inclusive work environment which promotes a supportive energy and encourages individual growth to create strong teams. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the exceptionally diverse customers we serve and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to your recruitment process.
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Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.