Head of HR Operations

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Darebin City Council Full time
Overview

Head of HR Operations – Darebin City Council

Permanent, full time
• $170k package including super

About Darebin City Council

Located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, Darebin City Council serves a diverse community and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in how we work and serve our community.

About the Role

Darebin's People & Culture function includes five key areas: Culture & Capability; Business Partnering & People Practices; Payroll; and Health, Safety and Wellbeing. This position leads the provision of accurate and timely advice and consultancy services to Council's leaders and staff. You will lead a team of hands-on People & Culture generalists and contribute to workforce planning, job design, performance and capability, people management, employee relations and industrial relations, engagement and change to support the organisation's culture, goals and objectives.

The role works across People & Culture, seeking input, sharing ideas, and providing strategic input into People Strategy delivery.

Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of HR generalists delivering end-to-end HR advisory and support services
  • Provide strategic input into People & Culture priorities and workforce planning
  • Advise Council leaders and staff on people management, performance and change
  • Oversee employee relations, industrial relations, and change management
  • Collaborate with Payroll, Health, Safety & Wellbeing and related functions
Skills & Experience

You will have a tertiary qualification in human resources or industrial relations, with demonstrated experience in managing a business partnering team and enterprise bargaining processes in a complex environment.

Benefits

We offer opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward programs, and a variety of leave options.

How to Apply

Please submit your application including a resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria, include a cover letter. We can adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.

Applications Close: Wednesday 3rd September 2025, 11.30pm

Darebin is committed to a safe working environment with child safety considerations. Proof of work rights, Working with Children Check, and Australian Criminal History Check may be required, along with other safety screenings. Vaccination against COVID-19 may be required as outlined in policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value diversity of culture, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation and abilities to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve.


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