AddressManager Human Resources
About Us
Maitland City Council is a diverse and dynamic organisation in a rapidly growing LGA. Our people are our greatest asset, and our Human Resources team partners with over 500 employees to deliver best practice people solutions.
About the Role
As the Manager Human Resources, you will lead a team of highly skilled HR practitioners in the delivery of a range of functions and services including but not limited to Industrial & Employment Relations, Organisational Design and Effectiveness, Recruitment, HR Reporting, and Remuneration and Benefits.
Acting in both a strategic and operational capacity, the Manager Human Resources plays a key role in ensuring Council’s organisational culture is aligned with our Guiding Principles and will oversee key deliverables within Council’s Workforce Management Plan. This position will also provide advice to the Executive Leadership team and broader business on the implementation and application of best practice HR policies, protocols, and initiatives.
You will have experience leading and coaching a service orientated HR Team in the delivery of best practice Human Resources solutions. Your ability to deal with complex organisational performance matters including representing Council with employment law, disputes, investigations and disciplinary proceedings is essential.
To complement your leadership experience, you will also have strong interpersonal skills that ensure you are highly skilled at collaborating with and influencing a range of stakeholders and departments across Council.
BenefitsThis is a permanent full-time role with a competitive salary package on offer (including a leaseback vehicle), which will be negotiated at time of offer with the successful candidate. Managers are entitled to take special paid leave during the period of Council’s annual shutdown over the Christmas period (typically 3-4 days)You will also have access to Council's range of benefits including:
If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact
Tiffany Allen, People & Performance on 02 4934 9***.To Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume and cover letter. Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
Applications close: Sunday 12 May 2024
What happens next?
We will review all candidates’ details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit our website and search ‘work with us’.
