Job Description
An opportunity is available to join our People and Culture team as a People Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term role. Reporting to the Head of People Partnering this role is responsible for managing complex employee matters, providing expert guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution, while ensuring adherence to our Enterprise Agreement, polices, procedures and best practice.
Day to day you will:
Collaborate closely with employees, people leaders, and people partners to manage effective investigation and resolution strategies.
Investigate complex employee issues and develop solutions that align with business objectives while mitigating industrial relations risks.
Provide advice and guidance to people leaders on performance coaching, grievance handling, workplace investigations and disciplinary actions.
Work closely with business partners to support People & Culture initiatives.
Maintain high service standards by providing timely communication, proactive support, and consistent follow-through with stakeholders.
Spark our interest!
Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.
Energise us with your skills and qualifications in:
Tertiary level qualifications in HR and/or equivalent industry experience, in a large complex, industrialised organisation.
Proven experience in a Case Manager or Generalist HR role, with a focus on industrial relations and employee relations matters.
Exceptional negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships across all levels of the organisation.
Advanced communication and facilitation skills, with a pragmatic approach to resolving issues.
Proven ability in stakeholder management, demonstrating a proactive approach to issue resolution and reporting.
Resilient and a solution-oriented, with a strong ability to navigate and overcome challenges.
Life at Ausgrid
At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits designed to support your financial, health, and personal wellbeing! From salary sacrificing on electric vehicles, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to discounted gym membership access, you are bound to find something that empowers your life. Plus, our Fit for Life program ensures you're always feeling your best—physically and mentally.
Celebrate success every day with our Amped Recognition Program, where peers can cheer each other on. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, organisational training, secondments and our dynamic mentoring program.
We are proud to offer family leave to support all our employees, for those supporting family members, our Aged Care Support Services offer expert guidance on aged care to ensure peace of mind. At Ausgrid we are dedicated to supporting you in every aspect of life!
If you require support with your application or questions about the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent team [email protected].
Applications Close: 14 April 2026 Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received.
Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.
Day to day you will:
Collaborate closely with employees, people leaders, and people partners to manage effective investigation and resolution strategies.
Investigate complex employee issues and develop solutions that align with business objectives while mitigating industrial relations risks.
Provide advice and guidance to people leaders on performance coaching, grievance handling, workplace investigations and disciplinary actions.
Work closely with business partners to support People & Culture initiatives.
Maintain high service standards by providing timely communication, proactive support, and consistent follow-through with stakeholders.
Spark our interest!
Our hiring decisions are not only based on your experience and skills, but your passion, attitude, and alignment to our core values.
Energise us with your skills and qualifications in:
Tertiary level qualifications in HR and/or equivalent industry experience, in a large complex, industrialised organisation.
Proven experience in a Case Manager or Generalist HR role, with a focus on industrial relations and employee relations matters.
Exceptional negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships across all levels of the organisation.
Advanced communication and facilitation skills, with a pragmatic approach to resolving issues.
Proven ability in stakeholder management, demonstrating a proactive approach to issue resolution and reporting.
Resilient and a solution-oriented, with a strong ability to navigate and overcome challenges.
Life at Ausgrid
At Ausgrid, we go beyond just a competitive salary to offer an exciting range of benefits designed to support your financial, health, and personal wellbeing! From salary sacrificing on electric vehicles, to discounted corporate health insurance and access to discounted gym membership access, you are bound to find something that empowers your life. Plus, our Fit for Life program ensures you're always feeling your best—physically and mentally.
Celebrate success every day with our Amped Recognition Program, where peers can cheer each other on. Looking to grow professionally? We’ve got you covered with study assistance, organisational training, secondments and our dynamic mentoring program.
We are proud to offer family leave to support all our employees, for those supporting family members, our Aged Care Support Services offer expert guidance on aged care to ensure peace of mind. At Ausgrid we are dedicated to supporting you in every aspect of life!
If you require support with your application or questions about the interview process, please reach out to our dedicated Talent team [email protected].
Applications Close: 14 April 2026 Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received.
Applicants must have full Australian work rights to apply.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The People Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
