People and Culture Business Partner
Mayfield & Various Locations – Full Time - ConnectAbility
We are excited to welcome an experienced People and Culture Business Partner to the team who will provide specialist Human Resource support and advice on a day-to-day basis to our organisation.
Expectations of the role
As a People and Culture Business Partner at ConnectAbility, you will be a trusted strategic advisor to Executive Leaders, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives and people needs. You will translate business requirements into actionable HR strategies, focusing on talent management, workforce planning and organisational development.
This is a 12-month temporary contract (Maternity leave relief).
Cultural fit will be paramount as we support the business through industry changes and departmental growth. This means that our P&C Business Partner is someone who is adaptable and can easily communicate with all levels of the organisation in a professional and constructive way, navigate complex issues in a clear and direct manner, influence and coach others through change management protocols and identify continuous improvement opportunities for best practice in people & culture activities.
Reporting to the Acting Executive Leader, People & Culture, your primary tasks will involve:
* Strategic HR leadership – supporting department heads with day-to-day strategic advice and support.
* Employee engagement & wellbeing – oversee inductions, engage with staff and provide guidance and coaching to senior leader on HR matters.
* Organisational development and change management – champion organisational mission and values and participate in change management activities.
* Strategic planning and continuous improvement – collaborate on strategic planning initiatives with the P&C team and recommend improvements in practices.
* Investigations and disciplinary processes – undertake investigations, disciplinary, performance management, complaints and grievance processes.
Key Requirements
* Demonstrated experience in providing people and culture advice and coaching to people at various levels of an organisation.
* Demonstrated experience in issues management and investigations, including the implementation of solutions to resolve conflict and underperformance issues.
* Evidence of contribution to the development and implementation of best practice generalist HR policies and procedures.
* Hands on experience in the development of contemporary people focused solutions.
* Knowledge of and experience in Fair Work Australia industrial relations laws and framework.
* Understanding of Workers' Compensation and Injury Management regulations
* Experience using HRIS and CRM software.
* Demonstrated flexibility to work as part of a team.
* Demonstrated excellent attention to detail and time management skills to multi-task and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
* Tertiary qualifications and/ or relevant experience in Human Resources.
* Experience in disability or Allied Health environment (desirable).
What can we offer:
In addition to providing a competitive salary/rate, we are also able to provide career development and training opportunities, as well as, but not limited to the below list of employee benefits:
* Flexible Working Arrangements
* Salary Sacrifice options
* Annual flu vaccinations
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
About Us
Founded in 1992, ConnectAbility Australia has proudly provided a broad range of personalised supports and services for people with disabilities, throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Maitland, other Lower Hunter local government areas and on the Central Coast.
In 2023, ConnectAbility Australia acquired Early Links inclusion Support. An Early Intervention and Disability Inclusion Support Service offering Allied Health support for people of all ages with a disability in the Lower and Upper Hunter regions.
The compliance piece
Please note that this position will require you to have a current Working with Children Check, NDIS worker screening check, Driver's License and NDIS Orientation Module Certificate. If you don't currently have these that's ok, but you'll need to have them before you start.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting role, please submit your resume and cover letter as soon as possible. Applications assessed on a rolling basis. Applications must be submitted via Seek or our website to be considered.
For a confidential discussion, please phone Acting Executive Leader - People & Culture, Amanda Saunders on 4962 1000.
We thank you for your application, however due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted will be contacted.
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