At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia’s high-tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the broad requirements of local and international companies.

NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100-listed technology company, operating 17 data centres across 7 major cities in Australia, with future national and international expansions in planning.

At NEXTDC, we know that our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer-centric data centre services company.

Where Cloud lives and AI thrives

We are seeking an experienced, commercially savvy HR expert to join us in the New Year on a 12 month fixed term basis. Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, the People & Culture Business Partner offers a combination of strategic and operational HR responsibilities. You will partner with a large internal client group across Australia and Malaysia.

Your key Responsibilities:

As our BP, you’ll provide HR business partnering services for managers across a number of locations and business units within your portfolio; you’ll coach, guide and implement strategies to meet both long term and short term business goals.  You’ll also build strong, effective relationships and gain knowledge of the business to enable effective decision making.

• Keep a pulse on employee engagement, working closely with people managers and employees to improve working relationships, build morale and retention. Interpret employee engagement survey feedback and able to develop actions plans to address gaps.
• Partner with Organisational Development and Learning & Development to support talent management initiatives including annual performance assessments, succession planning and talent road maps. Support employee and people manager training as required.
• Act as a trusted advisor to people managers and employees on HR policies, conflict resolution, and employee relations issues. Investigate, resolve and recommend solutions, and work toward positive outcomes. Ensure alignment with Australian employment laws and consult with internal legal counsel when required.
• Work closely as part of the P&C team, providing support and back up to colleagues as required and collaborate on projects and interventions as requested.
• Analyse HR metrics to inform decision-making, identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of HR strategies. Produce and present reports to senior people leaders.

• Extensive experience as a forward-thinking and commercially savvy People & Culture expert. Proven ability to switch between hands-on operational tasks and strategic thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently working with diverse and dispersed stakeholders, managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with a solutions-focused approach.
• In-depth knowledge of Australian employment laws and HR best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

For the right candidate, we offer flexible work-from-home options to support your work-life balance. 

• Opportunity to be a vital part of NEXTDC
• Inclusive, diverse and values-driven working culture
• Awesome employee benefits (gifted share options, NEXTDC days, volunteer days, professional development, holistic wellbeing and mental health programs and more)
• Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)

Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.

Make NEXTDC your next move.