People & Culture Advisor

Bunnings is seeking a part-time People & Culture Advisor to join their National Support Office in Burnley, VIC. The role involves providing HR support to over 55,000 team members, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates should have HR experience, particularly in employee relations, and relevant qualifications. Benefits include team discounts, parental leave, and various exclusive perks. The position requires attendance at the office two days a week.
Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!

What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:
• Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart

Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
• Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
• We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

Join Our Team as a People & Culture Advisor!

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the big green shed? Ready to make a real impact with one of Australia’s most iconic and trusted brands? Look no further! The Bunnings People Advisory Team is on the hunt for a dynamic People & Culture Advisor to join us in a part-time role at our National Support Office in Burnley (just behind Richmond).

About the Role

Join a large, dynamic team supporting over 55,000 team members nationwide! Reporting to our People Advisory Team Leader, you’ll be the go-to expert, providing top-notch advice, support, and solutions to Bunnings leaders and team members on all people-related matters. As the first point of contact for a wide variety of HR cases across the country, you’ll work a flexible roster between 8am – 6pm, Monday to Friday, with the opportunity to attend the Support Office two days a week.

As a People Advisor you will
• Champion employee relations grievances and investigations
• Masterfully resolve complex injury management matters
• Be the guiding light for leaders over the phone
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements
• Negotiate outcomes to mitigate business risks
• Track and record cases using our cutting-edge HR case management system

About You

Joining a highly supportive team you’re an experienced HR professional with a solid background in employee relations who is adept at handling a variety of cases in a large business setting. You’re a relationship builder with excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills. You are process-driven, outcome-focused, and have a knack for taking initiative to achieve pragmatic outcomes.

You will additionally have:
• Tertiary qualification in Law, HR, Business, Commerce, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline
• Experience in a HR role with a focus on employee relations, ideally in a multi-site organisation
• Ability to interpret Industrial Instruments (EA/Awards)
• Sound knowledge of employee relations legislation
• Experience before the Fair Work Commission and conciliations is a plus

​Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make a real impact. Apply Now and Join the Bunnings family today!

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch.

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We’re a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

By joining our passionate and diverse team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.