People and Workplace Culture Manager

Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move? Do you want a job that will give you the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal people?

Here’s your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Mid North Coast.

About the Role:

The People & Workplace Culture (PWC) Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of human resource (HR) and PWC programs, policies, procedures, and initiatives at Biripi ACMC. Working collaboratively with the People and Workplace Culture Officers, they provide strategic guidance on all people-related matters and play a key role in creating a positive workplace culture that supports the mission, vision, and values of the organisation

The key objectives of the role include:

• Develop, implement, and maintain People and Workplace culture policies, procedures and programs that align with the organisations mission, vision, values.
• Manage the organisations Workers Compensation/Return to Work portfolio.
• Navigate industrial relations, including interpreting Awards, engaging with unions and employee associations, and resolving issues in a collaborative way.
• Lead or support complex workplace investigations, performance matters and case management, ensuring fairness, care for employees and affirming organisational standards.
• Provide strategic guidance on all people-related matters including recruitment, retention, employee relations, and performance management, working collaboratively with the People and Workplace Culture Officers to ensure consistent and practical support across the organisation.
• Coach, mentor and work alongside the People and Workplace Culture team members to build capacity, strengthen skills and experience, and support shared accountability for team outcomes.
• Develop training programs for staff on PWC policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all employment laws, regulations, and industrial relations requirements.

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Law, or Business and/or significant experience in HR generalist roles with exposure to industrial relations and union engagement.
• Approximately five years of HR management and recruitment experience.
• Return to Work Coordinator experience.
• Sound knowledge of employment laws and Fair Work regulations.
• Experience in a multifaceted Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation or with Indigenous Communities.
• Experience developing and implementing HR/PWC Policies, procedures, and business processes.
• High-level document/report/presentation creation and review.
• Ability to hold all relevant security clearance including Police Check and Working with Children Check.
• Current Valid Driver’s Licence.

Benefits and Culture:

Biripi Aboriginal Corporation Medical Centre is an organisation that prides itself on rewarding dedicated hard work, and as such, would like to offer a wide range of benefits to the ideal candidate.

• A culturally safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, with opportunities for growth.
• Salary Packaging options are available as a Not-For-Profit Organisation, as well as Meals & Entertainment and Leisure & lifestyle Cards
• Remuneration Package will depend on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Parental Leave: New Paid Parental Leave available for permanent employees.

This position is one that offers real opportunities for career progression, development and growth.

If this interests you,

Apply Now!

Please apply via seek with a current resume and a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter addressing the essential criteria will not be accepted.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information or queries relating to the role, email the People and Workplace Culture team at PWC@biripi.au.