Forestry Corporation of NSW (FCNSW) is the largest manager of commercial plantation and native forests in NSW. We manage more than two million hectares of forests for the environmental, economic, and social benefit of the people of NSW and Australia. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are focused on empowering our people to use their creativity, authenticity and innovative thinking to be the champions of change now and into the future. That is why no matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that’s right for you. We aim to have a workforce that reflects the diverse communities in which we work and so we strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
At Forestry Corporation of NSW, we’re passionate about caring for country, community, and each other. Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do - everyone home, injury free, every day. We respect our environment and each other, act with integrity, and challenge ourselves to innovate for a better future.
The Opportunity: We have a great opportunity for an experienced People Business Partner to join our People and Safety team.
Reporting to the General Manager, People and Safety, you will act as the dedicated People Business Partner to the Hardwood Forests Division.
This is a hands-on role where you will work alongside operational leaders to deliver practical, commercially focused people solutions.
You will support the full employee lifecycle, strengthen leadership capability, manage workforce and workplace risks, and help drive safe, sustainable and high-performing outcomes across the business.
What we can offer you: • A meaningful business partnering role with real influence at the operational level • Flexible working arrangements to support work life balance • A collaborative and values-driven People and Safety team • We invest in our people, supporting ongoing development and long term career growth • Exposure to diverse and complex people matters across a statewide organisation • Access to our health and wellbeing initiatives, including the Fitness Passport program • A strong organisational focus on wellbeing, early intervention and safe, sustainable work practices
About the role: This role will see you translate business priorities into clear people strategies, coach leaders through challenging workforce matters, and provide confident advice on employee and industrial relations.
Your role will span workforce planning, performance and conduct matters, change support, and organisational design, with a strong focus on consistency, risk management and legislative compliance. You will also contribute to broader People and Safety initiatives and projects, sharing insights and collaborating with peers across the team.
This role requires regular engagement with regional leaders and teams and a genuine appreciation of the operational context in which our people work.
What you’ll bring to the role: • Demonstrated experience partnering with leaders in operational or regionally based environments • Strong capability in employee and industrial relations, including advising on enterprise agreements and managing workplace issues • Proven ability to coach and influence leaders, including navigating difficult conversations • Experience supporting workforce planning, organisational change and role design • Sound understanding of employment legislation and risk management • A practical, collaborative approach with strong stakeholder engagement skills • Ability to use data and insights to inform advice and decision making
For further information about the role please contact: Meredith Payne, General Manager People and Safety on: 0499 466 303 Apply now and help shape people outcomes across a large, regionally diverse operational workforce!
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Applications Close: Thursday 9 April 2026 @ 11:59PM AEST
Depending on the role the preferred candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a Drug and Alcohol screening, and/or Medical Assessment and/or a Fire Task Based Assessment (TBA). For roles requiring, the successful candidate(s) must be fit to perform firefighting activities, which may include working in smoky conditions and the ability to be physically active in uneven or steep terrain. Offers of employment for these roles are subject to the results of the pre-employment Medical Assessment which may preclude candidates high risk conditions from being able to meet the inherent requirements of the role.
