Our Purpose

At Yarra Trams, we’re not just moving people — we’re moving Melbourne. Your journey is our passion, and it drives everything we do. From the tracks to the teams behind them, we’re committed to delivering world-class service — and it all starts with passionate people like you.

We’re on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Talent Acquisition Business Partner to join and take the reigns on our Early Careers and Employment Programs portfolio!  We’re at the start of our journey in this space so we’re looking for an experienced practitioner to help set and deliver our strategies and external partnerships.

About the role:

Reporting into our Manager, Talent Acquisition & Social Inclusion, this role will:

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of employment programs for apprentices, trainees, cadets, interns and graduates.  Partner with the Manager, Talent Acquisition & Social inclusion to develop concepts and plans, then deliver through personal implementation, reporting and regular evaluation cycles
• Engage with external stakeholders including scholarship recipients, alumni, educational institutions, mentors, and other partners to strengthen program outcomes.
• Provide input into the evaluation of broader recruitment processes and identifying opportunities for improvement in line with best practices
• Deliver end-to-end support for high-volume recruitment campaigns (including those outside the Employment Programs schedule), ensuring timely and effective candidate engagement
• Champion inclusive recruitment practices and partner with the Diversity & Inclusion team, with a focus towards achieving targets under our Franchise contract

About You:

This role will suit an experienced Talent Acquisition professional with a strong Early Careers background who can:

• Work both autonomously and in a team environment
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships at all levels of the organisation
• Build trust and rapport and influence decision making
• Nurture external relationships with Universities, TAFE’s, high schools and employment program service providers
• Attend regular external events and expos
• Partner with our internal Marketing & Communications team to develop employer brand material

Prior experience with a blend of tertiary and TAFE level hiring programs will be highly advantageous in this position.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please feel free to contact Steven Nield, Manager Talent Acquisition & Social Inclusion on either;

About our Recruitment Process:

After your initial application, here’s what to expect.

• Review:  We review and shortlist applications as they arrive, and we may progress strong candidates before the campaign closes. While most applications are assessed after the closing date, early applicants who closely match the role requirements may be contacted sooner. Every application is reviewed by a human to ensure a consistent and thorough evaluation.
• Interview:  Our interviews are the best way for us to get to know you and determine your fit for the role through questions focused on your behaviours, skills and experiences.  Our preference is to meet you face to face but we’re also happy to accommodate virtual interviews to suit your circumstances. 
• Background & pre-employment checks: If you’re the preferred candidate we’ll ask you to go through a series of background checks, including references, working rights, drug & alcohol and medical checks which are standard for all positions within Yarra Trams
• Offer:  Once we’ve had conversations around salary and notice periods, your offer will be extended to you via a secure online platform for your review and acceptance.  We’ll then also be in touch with you as you go through Onboarding and your commencement

Why Yarra Trams?

We’re proud to be part of Melbourne’s heartbeat. At Yarra Trams, you’ll find a supportive team, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow your career while making a difference in the lives of thousands of passengers every day.

As the operator of the world's largest tram network and an iconic part of Melbourne's transport system, Yarra Journey Makers is dedicated to serving communities by ensuring safe and reliable travel every day. Join a team focused on helping people and delivering better tram journeys to keep Melbourne moving forward.

Additionally, you will receive:

• A Free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
• Competitive salary and great conditions
• Career growth opportunities
• Workplace flexibility
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to our Paid Parental leave policies

Yarra Trams is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Interested? Click Apply Now.  Please note that applications must be received via our online platform, we cannot accept applications emailed directly,