People & Culture Business Partner

Who We Are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages over 40,000km of distribution networks, more than 4,300km of transmission pipelines and 60 petajoules of storage capacity. We employ over 500 team members and manage a contractor workforce of approximately 1600, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.

AGIG is leading the way for the Australian renewable gas sector, and are committed to sustainable gas delivery today, and tomorrow. Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero Ambition and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing dedication to a sustainable energy future. Our Net Zero Ambition is to:

• Achieve net zero emissions in our own operations
• Enable net zero for our customers

About the Opportunity

As a People & Culture Business Partner at AGIG, you’ll be a trusted advisor and change-maker—partnering with leaders across operational and corporate teams to deliver people-first solutions. From coaching leaders and navigating employee relations to driving inclusive culture initiatives and capability-building programs, you’ll help shape a workplace where everyone can thrive. With your knowledge of employment legislation and hands-on HR expertise, you’ll lead impactful projects, support recruitment, and contribute to strategic planning that aligns with AGIG’s values and goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the business to deliver timely and efficient People & Culture services across both operational and corporate teams.
• Provide expert coaching, guidance, and support to managers on employee management, in line with People and Culture policies and processes.
• Provide employee relations advice and support to leaders and employees, including the management and investigation of complaints and grievances.
• Support end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes as required.
• Develop, deliver and facilitate information sessions and training programs on People and Culture related matters to build capability across the business.
• Partner with leaders to identify and drive change initiatives that positively impact workplace culture.
• Support the delivery of annual functional plans within budgetary requirements.
• Manage People and Culture projects and participate in both functional and cross-functional initiatives.
• Undertake benchmarking and provide advice on remuneration and benefits.
• Contribute to policy development and ensure compliance with employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Awards and Enterprise Agreements.

About You

• Demonstrated experience (minimum 5 years) in a business partnering role, coaching leaders on a range of People and Culture matters.
• Experience working with both operational (blue collar) and corporate workforces, with a strong understanding of Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of HR functions, with significant experience in employment legislation, employee development, recruitment and selection, Award and Enterprise Agreement interpretation, and policy development.
• Experience in managing and investigating complaints and grievances.
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in the infrastructure or utilities sector is highly regarded.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource Management or a related discipline.
• Sound knowledge of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and other employment legislation.

What We Offer

• We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard and respected.
• Dive into a culture and shape a better future with us: Join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and raised collectively more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program, for causes that are important to them.
• Bonus incentive program
• A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and the option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year
• Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth
• Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual health checks
• Social activities, community partnership programs and paid volunteer days
• Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company
• Salary Continuance Insurance

AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG’s values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

Interested in this opportunity but are unsure of meeting all the requirements? If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply - your unique skills and experience could be exactly what we need!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 27th October 2025