Human Resource Manager

We are a not-for-profit charity, established in 1996. We have been assisting people with a disability to live their life to its fullest potential for almost 29 years.

We have grown rapidly over the last years and provide Supported Independent Living Homes through the Central Coast. 

This is a unique opportunity to step into a key leadership position and deliver impactful transformation and change to the organisation’s service delivery with a supportive team. The successful candidate will be able to clearly manage and track their impact on the organisation and broader communities that they serve in this role.

The position will be reporting to the CEO.

We are happy to negotiate flexible working arrangements, full time/ part time. 

The Position 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resource Manager to undertake a broad HR role with a blend of strategic and hands-on responsibilities partnering with our dynamic senior leadership team.  As a member of the senior leadership team, you will primarily be responsible for providing Human Resources advice, support and professional guidance in shaping and executing the company's strategic direction. Your role will involve developing and implementing HR strategies, policies, procedures and initiatives that align with our organisational objectives, and promote a positive and inclusive work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on our workforce and contribute to the success.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Overseeing all aspects of recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding, ensuring compliance with employment agreements.
• Drive organisational development initiatives to enhance employee performance, engagement, and productivity.
• Continuously improve HR policies, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Managing employee relations, including handling complex crisis management situations, and advising on performance management and disciplinary.
• Maintaining positive employee relations by ensuring fair treatment is provided whilst handling and mediating employee grievances. 
• Strengthen leadership and management capabilities by providing managers with advice and coaching support to deliver pragmatic people solutions.
• Manage end-to-end workforce planning including forecasting needs, position requirements and organisational design. 
• Lead, monitor and review the performance management system ensuring that appropriate plans are in place for managing performance, succession planning, retention, and career development. 
• Monitor and analyse HR metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
• Coach and support the business with change management expertise during major change periods. Manage industrial relations across the business, including EA negotiations, Union relationships and dispute resolution.
• Preparation of an annual training plan that recognises the required skill development areas, guided by the strategic plan and individual performance management goals.

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary Qualifications in HR/IR Business Management, or a related discipline would be highly regarded.
• Advance knowledge of/and experience within an HR/RTW environment particularly with an understanding of the responsibilities and requirement of a registered NDIS service provider, the SCHADS award and Fair Work compliance. 
• Extensive knowledge of Human Resource management principles, practices, and relevant employment laws and the ability to develop and implement HR strategies and policies that align with organisational goals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrable experience in leading major HR changes including re-structure and transition design and delivery experience.
• Understanding of Injury Management, Return to Work and National Worker's Compensation Legislation. 
• Previous experience conducting investigations and managing grievances and liaising with industrial representatives.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing performance management systems. Sound understanding of occupational health and safety regulations and equal employment opportunity programs.

Additional Requirements

Have or willing to obtain:

• Working with Children’s Check, 
• Current drivers’ license, 
• Registered and insured vehicle,
• NDIS Workers Screener Clearance.

Our Benefits:

• Salary negotiable according to experience level
• Salary Sacrifice
• Learning and development, including paid training
• Access to professional counselling

How to Apply:

We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly, as we will be reviewing applications as they are received. The application deadline is Friday 12th April 2024, but we may conduct interviews before the deadline for suitably qualified candidates. Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume.

Don't miss this chance to be part of our passionate team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Human Resource Manager to our organisation without delay.