This role can be based in Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live it every day.
We are a global professional services company committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in water, energy, transport, environment and communities. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for an experienced Senior People Business Partner to help shape exceptional employee and leadership experiences across our business.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Regional People Leader QLD, you will act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, partnering on strategic workforce initiatives and complex people matters across GHD's Queensland region while helping to deliver positive outcomes for our people and our business.
You will bring a balanced approach of commercial thinking, strong HR expertise and a genuine passion for helping leaders and teams succeed.
Key areas of impact include:
- Partnering with leaders to develop and execute people strategies aligned to business priorities.
- Coaching and supporting leaders through complex employee relations matters and organisational change.
- Building leadership capability to foster high-performing, engaged and inclusive teams.
- Leading and contributing to regional and enterprise-wide people initiatives.
- Driving consistency and excellence across the employee experience lifecycle.
- Using data, insights and emerging technologies to inform decisions and improve outcomes.
Required Qualifications and Experience
We’re looking for candidates who bring:
- 12 + years experience managing complex people matters, including grievances, workplace investigations, performance improvement, performance management and disciplinary processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline.
- A strategic mindset and the ability to translate strategy into practical plans and deliver them successfully.
- The ability to interpret and apply relevant employment legislation, industrial instruments and award provisions.
- Strong communication, influencing and coaching skills, with the confidence to guide and support leaders and mentor team members.
- A genuine commitment to prioritising both leader and employee experience.
A curious, adaptable and continuous learning mindset, embracing change and emerging technologies, including AI.
Why GHD?
At GHD, you'll be empowered to make a real impact while being supported to grow your career. You'll join a diverse and collaborative team that values curiosity, inclusion, innovation and leadership at every level.
Together with over 12,000 colleagues globally, you'll help create sustainable solutions that improve our communities and future generations.
Join us and be part of something bigger. Together, we'll make an impact that matters.
Interested? Apply now
Applications close on Friday 13th November 2026
GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all identities.
GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
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Skills Required
- 12+ years of experience managing complex people matters, including grievances, workplace investigations, performance improvement, performance management, and disciplinary processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Relations, or a related discipline
- Strategic mindset with the ability to translate strategy into practical plans and deliver them successfully
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant employment legislation, industrial instruments, and award provisions
- Strong communication, influencing, and coaching skills
- Ability to guide and support leaders and mentor team members
- Commitment to prioritising leader and employee experience
- Curious, adaptable, and continuously learning mindset, including willingness to embrace change and emerging technologies such as AI
GHD Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GHD and has not been reviewed or approved by GHD.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support, flexible work options, and confidential mental-health assistance are emphasized across the offering. Employee assistance programs for employees and their families further strengthen lifestyle support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid-leave flexibility is highlighted, with the option in some locations to purchase additional leave. Paid holidays and time off are also part of the package in regions where listed.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, and life insurance are available in certain countries, and healthcare options are regarded positively in some locations. These medical benefits contribute to a broadly comprehensive baseline.
GHD Insights
What We Do
GHD recognises and understands the world is constantly changing. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. We are a global professional services company that leads through engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Our forward-looking, innovative approaches connect and sustain communities around the world. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are focused on building lasting relationships with our partners and clients. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents – Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.
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