Independent Living Victoria (ILV) is seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. This hands‐on role will suit an HR professional who is passionate about inclusive workplaces and contributing to an organisation operating within the community and disability sector.
About Independent Living Victoria
The Independent Living Victoria team share and believe that the most important goal is to ensure our clients receive the best high-quality care and value available. We strive to employ staff who share our values when it comes to caring for our clients. It is important for all our staff to demonstrate reliability, commitment and professionalism, as our clients rely heavily on our services and the people who deliver them.
About the Role
The Senior HR Advisor will play a key role in supporting ILV's leaders and staff across the full employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on the recruitment, onboarding and compliance of Disability Support Workers and support staff.
Reporting to the CEO, this role combines strategic HR advisory capability with hands‐on operational delivery, including the day‐to‐day coordination and administration required to achieve effective end‐to‐end recruitment outcomes in a fast‐paced service environment.
Our head office is currently based in Sandringham; however, from 1 April, the office will relocate to Moorabbin VIC 3189.
Key Responsibilities HR Advisory & Employee Relations
Provide timely, practical and high-level HR advice to leaders and staff across ILV.
Support leaders in applying best practice approaches to performance, engagement and accountability.
Contribute to workforce planning, role design and capability development initiatives.
Workforce & Talent Support
Lead and continuously improve ILV's end‐to‐end recruitment and onboarding framework in partnership with leaders.
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle: advertising, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection and onboarding.
Coordinate recruitment campaigns for frontline and support roles across metropolitan and regional Melbourne.
Build and maintain sustainable talent pipelines through partnerships with job providers, RTOs and external networks.
Ensure all employment documentation, compliance checks and onboarding requirements are completed accurately and in a timely manner, with ongoing compliance maintained.
Arrange inductions and support leaders to successfully integrate new staff into the organisation.
Support staff development and career progression initiatives.
Employee Relations & Compliance
Manage sensitive employee relations matters including grievances, investigations and workplace conflict.
Ensure HR practices comply with relevant workplace legislation, awards and sector requirements.
Contribute to the development, review and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
Lead or support organisational change and consultation processes in line with legislative requirements and best practice.
Learning, Development & Culture
Identify development needs and support the delivery of training programs for staff and leaders.
Promote an inclusive, respectful and values‐aligned workplace culture.
Contribute to wellbeing, engagement and diversity initiatives across ILV.
Lead or contribute to HR improvement initiatives, system enhancements and reporting.
Monitor, analyse and report on recruitment and workforce metrics (time‐to‐fill, retention, pipeline activity).
Identify opportunities to streamline recruitment administration and improve candidate experience.
You will have:
5+ years' experience in a generalist HR advisory role, ideally within the disability, health, aged care or not‐for‐profit sector.
Demonstrated ability to manage high‐volume recruitment alongside broader HR responsibilities.
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and complex HR matters with professionalism and empathy.
Strong knowledge of Australian workplace legislation, employee relations practices and the SCHADS Award.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a fast‐paced environment.
Ability to identify and implement HR process and system improvements.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Innovative, solutions‐focused and committed to continuous improvement.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant HR systems.
Qualifications & Licences
Degree qualification in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Relations or a related field.
Current Police Certificate.
Why Join Independent Living Victoria?
A varied and hands‐on HR advisory role with real organisational impact.
Opportunity to work closely with the CEO and leadership team.
A supportive and values‐driven team environment.
If you are looking for an HR role where your skills will make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join Independent Living Victoria and become part of an organisation supporting the community and disability sector.
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