Downer

People & Culture Business Partner

Downer  •  Melbourne, AU (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Downer Rail and Transit Systems (RTS) is committed to delivering high-quality Rollingstock & Overhaul services across the Australian market. We are currently seeking an experienced People & Culture Business Partner to join our team based at our Spotswood site

This role is responsible for providing business partnering support to Melbourne-based operational and support teams, with a strong focus on workforce development and change management. You will work closely with specialist HR functions—including recruitment, learning & development, and industrial relations—to deliver seamless, end-to-end support across the employee lifecycle.

As the P&C Business Partner, you will contribute to the development and implementation of people strategies that add value to the business. You will support leaders to manage and facilitate change initiatives, while providing coaching and guidance to managers and employees.

This role will involve occasional travel to other Melbourne sites and the CBD.

ABOUT YOU

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience, with tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline
  • Experience supporting operational leaders, including interpretation of Enterprise Agreements and industrial instruments
  • Background in blue-collar or operational environments preffered
  • Experience in case management and workplace investigations
  • Strong knowledge of contemporary HR practices and relevant legislation (e.g. Fair Work Act, workers’ compensation, anti-discrimination)
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive remuneration
  • The opportunity to be part of a strong and supportive HR community
  • A workplace focused on Zero Harm – safety is at the core of everything we do

If this sounds like your next opportunity with an ASX-listed organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now, or for further information please contact: matthew.hunter@downergroup.com
Applications will not be accepted via email—please apply via the link.

Notwithstanding the location of this position, all qualified Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply.

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About Downer

Enabling communities to thrive.

It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster.

Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
North Ryde, AU
Year Founded
1933
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