Senior Workplace Relations Business Partner

• $166,330 base 
• Full-time, Permanent role
• Join a growing HR Team

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Senior Workplace Relations Business Partner to join our People, Leadership & Culture team and play a key role across Catholic Education SA, working closely with leaders to provide clear, expert guidance and help shape a positive, consistent and compliant workplace culture.

You’ll have the chance to:

• Provide high‑level employment and industrial relations advice.
• Support leaders with complex and sensitive employee matters.
• Contribute to enterprise agreement negotiations and other industrial initiatives.
• Represent CESA in industrial forums and hearings, supported by our legal provider.
• Lead reviews, audits and compliance activities to ensure strong, system‑wide workplace practices.
• Develop clear, future‑focused policies, procedures and resources.

This is a role where your expertise can help build capability, strengthen relationships, and support positive outcomes for our Schools.

About You

You’re someone who combines industrial relations knowledge with a balanced, people‑centered approach. You enjoy partnering with leaders, navigating complexity with clarity and confidence, and providing grounded advice that supports good decision‑making.

You will bring:

• Extensive experience in industrial relations, grievance management and dispute resolution.
• Strong capability interpreting legislation, industrial instruments and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with employee representatives, including in negotiation settings.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the confidence to …