People & Culture Manager

People & Culture Manager

Salary:

$150 - 180 / Hour

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

NSW - Sydney - NSW 

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

4069185

Contact Name:

Caitlin

Contact Email:

cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

25-Aug-2026

People & Culture Manager
Local Government | Sydney
Contract role | Competitive salary + super

We are currently seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager to join a progressive NSW Local Government organisation and lead the delivery of strategic and operational people initiatives across the organisation.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR/P&C professional who enjoys working in a varied environment and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on support to leaders and employees.

Key responsibilities will include:
  • Lead and develop the People & Culture team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality HR services.
  • Provide strategic and operational HR advice to senior leaders, managers and employees.
  • Lead workforce planning, organisational development and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Provide advice and support across employee relations, performance management, workplace investigations and complex HR matters.
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, talent management and the employee lifecycle.
  • Support organisational change and culture initiatives.
  • Provide advice on industrial relations matters and interpretation of relevant awards, agreements and legislation.
  • Support Council's broader workforce strategy and organisational objectives.
Must haves:
  • Local government experience essential with knowledge of Local government award.
  • Demonstrated experience in a senior HR/People & Culture management role.
  • Experience advising senior stakeholders and managers on complex people matters.
  • Strong leadership and people management capability.
  • Experience leading organisational change, workforce planning and culture initiatives.
  • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
  • A practical, solutions-focused approach and the ability to operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels.
Interested? Apply now with an updated resume.
For more information, contact Caitlin on 0421 061 922 or cmerrin@publicsectorpeople.com.au

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