• 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

This is your chance to join the Workplace Relations and Business Partner team, supporting UniSC’s people goals through practical and strategic HR guidance. You’ll work alongside line managers across the university, providing expert, timely advice on workplace relations and the day-to-day application of policies, practices, and industrial frameworks. As a valued member of the team, you’ll collaborate on a variety of people matters, with opportunities to grow your skills and take on increasingly complex workplace relations challenges in a supportive and engaging environment.

For more information visit us online: People and Culture

You will

• drive and support workplace relations initiatives that strengthen UniSC’s people framework;
• promote a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace that aligns with legislation, Enterprise Agreements, and organisational policies;
• offer clear, practical guidance on workplace and industrial relations matters to support managers and teams; and
• help deliver excellent stakeholder support and contribute to initiatives that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

About you

Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives on supporting people and processes, bringing clarity, insight, and practical solutions to everyday workplace challenges. You’re confident in giving first-level advice, helping managers and teams navigate staff matters, and contributing to investigations, policy, and compliance with ease. You enjoy working collaboratively, keeping things organised, and using your attention to detail to maintain accurate records, reports, and correspondence. You’re proactive, curious, and ready to grow your skills while making a real difference in creating a fair, safe, and supportive workplace at UniSC.

You will possess:

• Experience delivering workplace relations advice, with confidence interpreting Enterprise Agreements, legislation and policies to support fair and compliant outcomes.
• A solid understanding of the Australian industrial relations framework and its application in a practical setting.
• Exposure to employee relations matters such as grievances, misconduct or performance, with an appreciation for procedural fairness.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a natural ability to build trust and rapport.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and provide balanced, practical advice.
• Well-developed organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate, confidential records.
• Experience contributing to policy application or improvement, working collaboratively within a broader People and Culture team.

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.

Position description:  494322_position descrption.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

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 19 April 2026

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:

Jen Jeffs
Associate Director, Workplace Relations and Business Partnering
Telephone: 5456 3560
Email: jjeffs2@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our 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.