ABOUT THE ROLE
• Full Time Ongoing
• Salary Band 6: $92,535.03 pa + 12% superannuation
• Flexible and hybrid working conditions available
• Positive team culture
We're seeking an experienced, self-motivated HR professional eager for a new opportunity. Would you like to be part of a dynamic and supportive team that respects work-life balance and values a positive and collaborative culture?
As Human Resources (HR) & Return to Work (RTW) Business Partner, you will work closely with leadership and employees in providing specialist advice across the full employee lifecycle, including people & performance management, return to work management, attraction & retention, employment relations, HR systems, policy & projects planning and delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
* Provide HR support through an active and collaborative business partner approach.
* Lead and mentor the HR and RTW Support Officer.
* Coordinate recruitment, selection, and induction practices.
* Coordinate Council's Return to Work (RTW) program in accordance with the relevant legislation, making decisions where required to ensure positive and appropriate outcomes for injured workers wherever possible.
* Prepare correspondence relating to the employment relationship, including but not limited to contracts and terms & conditions, variation letters, return to work correspondence, performance and service acknowledgements, and termination of employment.
* Conduct employment interviews, inductions and exit interviews as required.
* Provide specialist expertise and advice to the organisation in relation to all HR and RTW related matters including, where appropriate, the interpretation of Awards, Acts, Regulations, and organisational policy.
* Assist in the development and implementation of policy, process, and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, Enterprise Agreement and employment terms and conditions.
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline HR processes, procedures, and systems.
ABOUT YOU
What you'll bring:
* Proven experience as a HR Business Partner or similar, and/or a degree or diploma in Human Resources / Business Management or similar.
* A highly motivated, innovative, and adaptable approach.
* Exceptional relationship and collaboration skills to business partner with all key stakeholders.
* Experienced in maintaining performance and meeting targets in constantly evolving environments.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to a friendly, caring and customer focussed HR service.
* Experience in RTW Management in a diverse organisation.
* Strong commitment to continuous improvement across all systems and processes.
* Proven ability to lead a small team and develop a strong customer-oriented culture within the team.
Sound like you? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you
ABOUT US
South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.
We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.
Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.
Our values - Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence - are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US
* Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
* Rostered Days Off offered forfull time roles
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
* Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
* Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
* Mentoring, coaching and secondments
* Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
* Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
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Applications will close once a suitable candidate is identified.
CONTACT
Enquiries to: Vicki Poxon, Acting Manager People & Culture on 03 5662 9284
NEXT STEPS
If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application.
You will be required to address the application questions and upload two documents, your resume and cover letter. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest
For further information on our recruitment process please click here.
All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.
All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.
Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.
South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.
All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.
If you are havingany issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
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