Fixed Term (12 Month Contract)

Classification: GO6 ($108,080 + Superannuation)

About Us..

As one of the fastest growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford is focused on building sustainable foundations and places, with the community at the heart of everything we do.

Our city is enriched by diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural and hills townships and horticultural lands, and our urban hub is the central business district for the northern Adelaide region.

The work that we do and the decisions that we make are in the best interests of the whole and contribute to a sustainable organisational future. Modelling open decision making, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where employees feel engaged and connected to the work of the organisation, to each other, and the community.

About the Role: Human Resources Partner

As a HR Partner you will be a true HR generalist and a trusted partner to leaders and their teams. The advice and support you provide will enable business units to effectively recruit the right people for the right positions and confidently engage in performance development and employee relations.

This is a dynamic and hands-on role that offers the opportunity to work alongside leaders to coach, advise and inspire them to create positive workplace experiences for the full employee lifecycle, ensuring that HR practices align with legislation, policy and best practice.

For information on the key accountabilities, please see the position description by clicking apply now.

What you'll bring 

• Previous success in generalist HR roles supporting leaders to achieve their workforce goals through activities including recruitment, employee relations, performance management and talent development.
• Strong working knowledge of HR policies, procedures and legislative frameworks, including awards and enterprise agreements.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving that is both collaborative and innovative.
• An authentic approach to teamwork that celebrates diversity and fosters an environment where each other can thrive, and success feels like a natural part of the journey. 

The Playford Employee Experience

People are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to ensuring our workforce is as valued as the community we serve.  We provide a supportive and collaborative conditions where employees feel engaged and connected to the work of the organisation, to each other, and the community.

A range of employee benefits include: 

• Commitment to flexible working conditions.
• Free income protection and journey insurance.
• Professional learning development opportunities; and
• Corporate discounts on gym memberships and Private Health Insurance. 

Further Information

If you're interested in this opportunity and believe your skills and experience align with the role, we’d love to hear from you.

For further information, please contact Emily Byrne, Senior Manager – Organisational Development on (08) 8256 0309.

Applications close at 12:00pm noon on Thursday 17 July 2025.

Apply today!

The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.