Human Resource Business Partner
Human Resource Business Partner
Contract Type:
Permanent
Location:
Industry:
Contact Name:
Kate Vuleta
Contact Email:
katevuleta@attunedtalent.com.au
Contact Phone:
Date Published:
14-Apr-2025
About the Organisation
Cruise Whitsundays is the region’s premier marine tourism operator, delivering world-class experiences across the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Part of Journey Beyond, one of Australia’s leading experiential tourism groups, they GO BEYOND for their guests and their people—offering unforgettable adventures and building connected, empowered teams that bring their purpose to life.
Based in Airlie Beach at the Port of Airlie offices, they are a tight-knit leadership group with deep roots in the business. Most of the leadership team have grown up through the company, and they genuinely back each other—especially on the hard days. They believe in leading with both head and heart and giving their people every opportunity to thrive.
Reporting directly to the General Manager and working closely with Journey Beyond’s corporate HR teams (which include IR support, recruitment and workforce planning), this is a pivotal role in shaping Cruise Whitsundays’ people and culture journey.
You’ll be both a strategic leader and a hands-on coach—visible across the business and deeply connected to the people on the ground. From workforce planning and engagement initiatives to leadership coaching, recruitment, and involvement in EA negotiations, you’ll support and influence every part of the employee experience.
You’ll lead a small, capable team (two HR Advisors) and have a dotted-line connection to the GM, HR Operations at the corporate level. With strong systems and resources behind you, you’ll have the space to bring fresh thinking, energy, and vulnerability to help the business continue their transformation.
About You
You’re a passionate HR leader who connects with people from all walks of life—and backs that up with real capability and experience. You thrive in dynamic, people-first environments and understand that great cultures are built through connection, trust, and action.
You’ll bring:
- At least 5 years’ experience in a HR Business Partner or Manager role, ideally in a fast-paced operational setting
- Strong interpersonal and coaching skills, with the confidence to guide, support, and influence across all levels
- High energy, great communication skills, and a visible leadership style that builds trust and engagement
- A willingness to be vulnerable and collaborate openly with a down-to-earth leadership team
- Experience with workforce planning, enterprise agreements, and industrial relations (or the willingness to learn with support)
Apply now to join a team that leads with heart—and GOES BEYOND.