About Us
We are ADF Careers, the largest workforce outsourcing solution in the southern hemisphere with over 80,000 applications received on average each year.
Our mission is to recruit the right people, in the right numbers, at the right time to support the Australian Defence Force to build, sustain and maximise Defence capability.
Our Values
We believe that our people are our greatest asset. We recognise and respect our people's need to work in ways that support their careers, families, and lifestyle.
We offer flexible working arrangements, learning pathways, additional leave entitlements and extensive corporate discounts across a variety of product and services.
We want our people to be financially rewarded; to feel good and to go beyond what they thought possible at work.
Be you, and we'll be better together.
Job Description
We are seeking a Strategy and Culture Lead to drive organisational excellence by understanding HR operations, aligning strategy with workplace culture.
You will lead a team of specialists, developing and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance employee experience, diversity, and inclusion.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will shape key people programs, embed core values, and lead change initiatives that foster a positive, high-performing environment.
You will oversee critical frameworks like performance cycles, engagement surveys, and DEI strategies, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
This is your opportunity to make a real impact-leading with purpose to build a stronger, more inclusive organisation.
* Manage a team of strategy and culture specialists providing leadership and guidance whilst promoting continuous improvement and career pathways.
* Consult with Adecco, Adecco DFR, and the Commonwealth to develop and integrate key diversity strategies and strategic initiatives.
* Define, promote, and embed the organization's core values and cultural principles.
* Drive change initiatives that align with the strategic vision and workplace culture.
* Provide coaching and support to leaders in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
* Build diversity, equity, and inclusion plans, including the implementation of the organisational days-of-significance calendar and employee resource groups.
* Evolve and maintain people frameworks, in particular the facilitation of the annual performance and remuneration cycle, employee engagement surveys and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a candidate with:
* Strong generalist knowledge of all major components of HR functions, with a focus on organisational culture and engagement, diversity, equality, inclusion, and strategic workforce planning.
* Solid leadership and emotional intelligence skills with demonstrated ability to engage others to understand and embrace organisational culture, directions, goals, and client service ethos.
* Strong attention to detail with an ability to manage competing priorities and maintain quality service delivery when working under pressure.
* A collaborative approach to building professional relationships and working within a team to contribute to the team vision.
* Resilient and adaptable mindset, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen and have the ability to maintain an Australian AGSVA security clearance.
Please submit your application online through our designated platform.