Role Type:   Full Time On-Going

Salary:  Starting from $150K (including super)

Location: Bendigo

Bendigo Kangan Institute is one of Victoria's largest TAFE providers. We offer state-of-the-art training centres providing a wide range of courses in a variety of fields. We foster a culture that is customer-centric, works together and focuses on achieving our best in a healthy and supportive environment. If you are passionate about putting the customer first, thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team, please read the detailed position description document to understand our values and focus. 

We are looking for a passionate and strategic People and Culture Business Partner – Regional to help us grow our impact across regional Victoria.

About the Role

As the P&C Business Partner – Regional, you’ll be the trusted advisor and go-to HR expert for our regional campuses. You’ll work closely with leaders and teams to deliver tailored, proactive people solutions that align with BKI’s values and strategic goals.

This is your opportunity to make a real difference—supporting workforce planning, capability development, employee engagement, and wellbeing across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce.

About You

• Build strong, trusted partnerships with regional leaders and employees.
• Deliver end-to-end support across the employee lifecycle—from recruitment to offboarding.
• Drive workforce planning and capability development initiatives.
• Champion a culture of inclusion, respect, and high performance.
• Partner with the business to support change management efforts and support organisational effectiveness.
• Partner with leaders to provide coaching and guidance across employee relations matter with varying degree of complexity
• Provide strategic coaching to support alignment of operational activities and initiatives to strategy
• Collaborate with a dynamic P&C team to deliver seamless, integrated HR services.

What You Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or a related field.
• Proven HR generalist experience, ideally in a multi-site or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, people-first mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Why join BKI?

• Be part of a for-purpose organisation committed to social impact and sustainability.
• Work in a collaborative, values-driven culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.
• Help shape the future of education in regional Victoria and beyond

We are proud to work, teach and study on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, the Wurundjeri-Woi Wurrung people, the people of the Yorta Yorta Nation, and the Gunaikurnai People.  Many of our roles work with and support staff and students across both Kangan Institute and Bendigo TAFE campuses. 

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects and represents the vibrant and diverse communities where we work, teach and study. We welcome First Nations people, people of all genders, ages, cultures, religions, disabilities, sexual orientations, family structures and those with caring responsibilities. Our culture celebrates diversity and prioritises wellbeing and belonging, ensuring our people can thrive. 

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re a strategic HR professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about empowering people and communities—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something bigger at Bendigo Kangan Institute.

Need support with your application? 

• For any accessibility requirements during the recruitment process, please contact careers@kangan.edu.au 

Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance 

Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations

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