Human Resources Manager

About the Organisation

Aurukun Shire Council (ASC) is an Indigenous community located approx. 800km northwest of Cairns that has a population of around 1400 people. Council provides a variety of services to the community that include provision of education, health, community, and welfare services; operation of airport, postal and bank agencies; development and maintenance of roads and housing. 

About the Role

This position is a residential role based in Aurukun.

This position is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of all Human Resource Management and Training to Aurukun Shire Council. Responsibilities will include recruitment and selection, staff development and training, staff retention and workforce planning, performance management and dealing with misconduct, contract management, grievance management, supporting anti-discrimination and equal opportunity. 

Key Accountabilities

• Actively promote Council and its policies to the community.
• Develop and maintain Human Resources policies, procedures and guidelines in compliance with relevant industrial instruments and contemporary HR practises.
• Develop and maintain position descriptions for all roles in the organisation
• Manage the recruitment and selection processes
• Develop a workforce development plan that enables achievement of Council aims and objectives.
• Develop a training and development plan
• Contribute to development of HR strategic and operational plan and HR budget.
• Support staff in seeking opportunities for education and training both on the job and through formal training courses.
• Develop a mentoring and coaching program to encourage staff to learn on the job.
• Manage all grievance processes to ensure that grievances are dealt with effectively and in accordance with all policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Provide advice to the Council, CEO and Directors on the interpretation and implementation of all industrial instruments that regulate council’s workforce.
• In conjunction with payroll and the Finance Manager manage onboarding and exiting of staff from the Council.
• Overall management of Council’s employee performance management and probation reviews.

Selection Criteria

1. Experience in successfully communicating, negotiating and interacting with Aboriginal people and demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture and customs.
2. Proven ability to develop effective and inclusive relations with Indigenous and / or diverse communities and stakeholder groups in a way that recognises their diversity and cultural values, and at the same time aligning with organisational and community values
3. Tertiary Qualification in HRM, AHRI Certification or equivalent experience in Human Resources.
4. A minimum of 2 years experience within a similar role.
5. Demonstrated ability to undertake operational generalist HR duties plus provide strategic advice and guidance to senior management.
6. A sound understanding of the training and development including apprenticeships, traineeships, funding and Job Service Agencies.
7. An ability to understand and interpret legislation and develop and interpret industrial instruments.

Benefits

Joining Aurukun Shire Council means becoming part of an organisation with strong cultural values with a focus on providing exceptional services to, and for, the community. You will be offered;

• A salary of $115,000 to $125,000 depending on qualifications and experience plus superannuation
• Locality Allowance
• Mobile phone
• Subsidised accommodation provided
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
• Flights to Cairns from Aurukun in accordance with council policy
• Isolation Leave in accordance with council policy
• Relocation expenses in accordance with council policy
• Access to our Employee Access Program (EAP)

How to apply

Click the “Quick Apply” button and include a copy of your current resume and a cover letter which addresses the above selection criteria.

Applications close 4pm Friday 15th March 2024.

Shortlisting for this position will begin immediately and Council reserves the right fill the role prior to the nominated deadline.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria will not be progressed.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and pre-employment medical assessment.

To apply, you must have the legal right to work in Australia.