selectability is looking for an experienced and people‑focused HR Business Partner to join our corporate HR team based in Townsville. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a values‑driven organisation where HR is respected, supported, and truly partners with leaders to make a difference.
You’ll be joining a highly collaborative, welcoming HR team that prides itself on professionalism, mutual support, and doing things the right way. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your work has real community impact, this could be the perfect next step.
About the role
As a member of the Business Partnering team, you’ll play a key role supporting managers and employees across selectability’s footprint. You’ll deliver end‑to‑end generalist HR support and provide trusted advice across the employee lifecycle, helping leaders build strong, capable teams.
Your responsibilities include:
- End‑to‑end recruitment, including advertising roles, screening candidates and coordinating interviews
- Supporting onboarding and preparing employment contracts
- Coordinating performance reviews and supporting performance management processes
- Advising leaders through employee relations matters, including grievances and exits
- Ensuring compliance with industrial relations legislation and internal policies
- Supporting employee learning, development and competency management
- Working closely with leaders and the broader HR team to deliver consistent, best‑practice outcomes
About you
You’re a confident HR professional who enjoys working collaboratively and building strong relationships. You’re organised, discreet, and comfortable handling sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy.
You’ll bring:
- Demonstrated experience in a generalist human resources role
- Sound knowledge of the Fair Work Act and relevant employment legislation
- Experience in community mental health, NDIS or aged care (highly desirable)
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Well‑rounded administration and systems experience
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence supporting difficult or complex workplace conversations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
- Experience using HR databases (PageUp highly desirable)
- A genuine interest in progressing your career within human resources
Role requirements
- Child Safety & Personal History Screening check
- Working with Children Blue Card (or ability to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module: ‘Quality, Safety & You’
- HR qualifications will be highly regarded
What we offer
- Hourly rate: $38.65 – $41.45 + super, dependent on experience and qualifications
- Up to $15,900 in tax‑free salary packaging benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Genuine career pathways and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential counselling support
- A supportive, engaging HR team that values collaboration and supports your professional growth
About us
selectability is a not‑for‑profit charity committed to improving mental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regional Queensland. We believe everyone should have access to high‑quality local supports and have expanded our services to include child services, and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf and Cape.
How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re the right fit for this role. For more information, contact the HR team on 07 4453 0100 or email HRCorporate@selectability.com.au
