Coordinator City Workforce Services

About the role The Coordinator City Workforce Services is a new role based in Bundall- Gold Coast, supporting a newly formed team who will be accountable for a team of embedded resources who are responsible for supporting people related activities within the organisation. The position will report to the Manager People and Culture Delivery. We’re looking for people who have: Collaborative leadership and people management skills and proven experience in motivating staff members and senior leadership groups to achieve organisational objectives. The ability to support the development of self and others in line with individual’s aspirations, growth and business needs. The ability to lead by example as a strong communicator, displaying personal behaviours in line with the City’s values and taking accountability for the team’s performance. The practice of initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and embedding an initiative, product, program, campaign or change to achieve a set of objectives or outcomes (for customers, employees, the organisation and/or the market). This includes identifying, tracking, resolving, and managing dependencies.To grow and be successful in this position, you will need to be:a natural leader; you are experienced in leading a team and passionate about creating a positive and supportive working environment; you use your strong leadership skills to monitor, mentor and empower the team.a strong and confident communicator; you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including building working relationships, collaborating and engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.team builder: Helping to foster a healthy working culture. Enabling and facilitating a safe and supportive work or team environment, where our people are inspired and motivated to grow, thrive, and deliver value.What you’ll be responsible for: You will be part of a dedicated team that collaborates closely to assist the organisation with various HR-related tasks. This role is accountable for the following:Leading a large cross-functional team of resources across multiple business units on people related activities.Ensure delivery of agreed embedded HR related activities that are required for business delivery.Create a safe environment where people are engaged in the work, motivated to deliver, and feel part of a highly effective team where it is safe to take up your role and raise concerns.Manage the performance of critical business relationships and outcomes.Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s futureThe Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. As a 5-star employer of choice, we care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance: Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport / Low cost on-site gym membership4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family memberLeadership, training and development opportunities1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per yearHybrid office/work from home optionsWe pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We are looking for people that put the interests of the Gold Coast first and strive to support and improve our community in the work they do.We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.How to apply for this roleFor more information about the role and responsibilities, please view the position brief in the vacancy on our job board. To access this document, click the paperclip icon in the top right corner of the vacancy screen.Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please ensure each document is within a 2MB file size limit, preferably in PDF format.As part of our selection process, you may be required to undertake a one-way video interview via Criteria, face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. You may also be required to undertake reference checks via Xref, police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks and drug and alcohol testing.The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.