Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Be a trusted advisor and build depth in HR partnering while supporting workforce capability.
- Two opportunities - One permanent (ongoing) and one temporary (up to 12 months), 35 hours per week
- Parramatta location preferred with hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,472- $125,720 + super and annual leave loading
Our People and Culture area continues to grow, and we are seeking to appoint two People Partners to support our broad, diverse and multifaceted department. These roles sit at the heart of our partnering model, working closely with the broader People Partnering team, business leaders and SME areas to enable high‑performing teams and sustainable workforce outcomes.
We are also looking to establish a talent pool for potential ongoing and temporary opportunities that may arise over the next 18 months, supporting our focus on capability uplift and succession planning.
About the Role
As a People Partner, you will provide practical, trusted and technically sound HR advice to leaders and managers, supporting them to manage their teams effectively and deliver change and business improvement outcomes across the department.
Reporting to the Manager, People Partners, you will work closely with your client groups to deliver operational HR support across the employee lifecycle. This includes providing advice on workforce matters, interpreting industrial instruments, policies and legislation, and supporting managers to address people‑related risks and issues in a timely and consistent way.
You will:
- Provide responsive and pragmatic HR advice to leaders on a range of operational people matters
- Manage and support low-level case work, ensuring matters are handled in line with policy, legislation and best practice
- Prepare and contribute to reporting, workforce data and insights to support workforce planning and decision‑making
- Maintain accurate organisational structures and workforce information for your client groups
- Escalate complex, sensitive or emerging issues to the Manager, People Partners, exercising sound judgement and discretion
- Collaborate across the People and Culture function to deliver integrated, high‑quality HR services and continuous improvement initiatives
This role offers strong exposure to stakeholders, varied client portfolios and a breadth of HR activity, making it a great opportunity to further develop your HR partnering capability in a large, complex organisation.
About You
You will have previous experience coordinating HR projects, advising on compliance and best practices, and providing case management support aligned with policies and regulations. Strong organisational skills to maintain accurate structures for client groups and a commitment to high ethical standards and sound judgment in escalating issues are essential.
Essential Requirements
- Knowledge of human resources legislation, policies, practices and strategies.
- Experience in supporting the implementation of client focused human resource strategies, programs and services.
For more information read the full Role Description: People Partner
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
Applications close Wednesday 29th April at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Catie Khan via Catie.Khan@dcceew.nsw.gov.au.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Gemma Battison on 02 8289 6733 (please mention reference number 548765).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.
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