Department for Energy and Mining
Job reference: 847812
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture. We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Principal HR Business Partner (ASO7) to join our People and Culture team. This is a maternity leave cover opportunity through to September 2027.

In this senior role, you will partner with executives and leaders across the Department to deliver strategic and operational HR advice. You will play a key role in fostering a high performing, inclusive and values led culture, leading HR initiatives and supporting organisational change. You will also play a part in mentoring and coaching the HR team to support the effective and efficient HR advisory support to our teams.

Key Duties:

• Provide expert, solution focused HR advice to leaders on workforce planning, performance, change and people related risk
• Manage complex employee and industrial relations matters, including performance, conduct and grievance issues
• Coach and influence leaders to build capability and drive high performance
• Support organisational change initiatives including restructures and workforce realignment
• Oversee delivery of HR services across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR service delivery and customer experience
• Contribute to HR policy development, governance and best practice frameworks

About us:
The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

Our low cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

What we offer:

• Opportunities for professional development, training and career progression
• A values driven organisation committed to excellence, safety and integrity
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid working options
• Prime CBD location close to public transport and amenities
• Active People and Culture initiatives including Employee Assistance Program and inclusion events
• A White Ribbon Accredited workplace promoting gender equality and safety

Key Selection Criteria:
Please address the following in your application:

1. Demonstrated experience as a senior HR business partner, preferably within the SA public sector
2. Proven experience managing complex employee relations and industrial matters 
3. Ability to influence, coach and build leadership capability
4. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive issues

Qualifications:
Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource Management, Business Management or a related discipline

Remuneration:
ASO7 classification
Salary Range: $116,089 - $125,490 per annum (plus superannuation)
Worked over 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions:

• Term vacancy to September 2027 (maternity leave cover)
• Appointment subject to a satisfactory screening check
• Requirement to comply with Public Sector Act 2009 and relevant legislative obligations

Enquiries:
Kathy Deak
Manager, HR Advisory
kathy.deak@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and a written application maximum two pages addressing the key selection criteria. Please include three referees.
All applicants must complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 06/08/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- ASO7 Principal HR Business Partner Role Statement P27233.pdf
- Pre-Employment Declaration.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.