Are you an experienced People & Culture generalist with outstanding communication skills and strong emotional intelligence?
Welcome to Leisure Networks
We are a dedicated, innovative not-for-profit community organisation with over three decades of experience supporting customers and communities to connect and thrive. Having just embarked on our ambitious new strategy, LN Next, now is the perfect time to join our team as we continue working to provide our customers with our unique and tailored services and programs.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced People & Culture Business Partner for a part-time (3 days per week ), fixed-term role (12 mths) based in Geelong. The successful candidate will work three days per week on a twelve month contract in a hybrid office/work-from-home role.
Why Work With Us?
Here at Leisure Networks, we take enormous pride in delivering a supportive, fun and high-energy workplace that allows our staff to be themselves, develop their skills and achieve their goals In our recent engagement surveys:
87% of our staff agreed that Leisure Networks allows staff to make a positive difference
90% of our staff felt that they were part of a team
86% of our staff were proud to work for Leisure Networks
82% of our customers were happy with our services and supports
In addition to our fabulous culture, we also offer a range of employee benefits, including salary packaging, a detailed induction and orientation program to set you up for success, ongoing training and support from a supportive and hands-on management team and access to personal, health, financial and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
Your New Role
A true generalist role, the People & Culture Business Partner maintains a continual focus on providing positive outcomes and a strong workplace culture, whilst also supporting organisational growth.
The successful candidate will collaborate with People Leaders to align strategies with organisational and team goals, fostering an inclusive, goal-oriented and engaging work environment. This role is responsible for providing managers and employees with day-to-day professional, responsive support across all aspects of Human Resources, including recruitment and selection, onboarding, employee engagement and IR/ER.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
* Tertiary qualifications (or working towards) in Human Resource Management OR minimum five years' experience in a similar role
* Previous experience interpreting Awards (ideally with knowledge of the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry (SCAHDS) or Supported Employment award)
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex matters and advice
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in OHS legislation, regulations and standards
* Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures in the delivery of human resource services
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work to strict deadlines whilst managing competing priorities
* Demonstrated change management capabilities and proven ability to lead safety culture improvements
* Proven ability to build strong professional relationships quickly and use influence in a positive manner
* Experience and/or knowledge of the Disability industry (desirable)
* A current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
* A valid Victorian Working With Children (Employee) Check (or willingness to obtain)
* Minimum one dose of COVID-19 vaccination (or proof of exemption)
To Apply:
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Wende Marsh (Head of People & Culture) on or
Applications will be assessed as they are received, so go ahead and hit apply now - we can't wait to hear from you
Leisure Networks recognises and respects the value of diversity and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, backgrounds and identities. If you require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Here at Leisure Networks, we are committed to the safety, happiness and empowerment of all children. We demonstrate zero tolerance of child abuse and utilise robust human resources, recruitment and screening practices for all employees and volunteers.