Human Resources Manager

Lithgow City Council

The Lithgow local government area is located on the western edge of the majestic Blue Mountains, 140 kilometres from Sydney. The area totals 4,567 square kilometres from the Capertee and Wolgan Valleys in the north, Little Hartley in the east, Tarana in the south and Meadow Flat in the west.

The major urban centre of Lithgow nestles in a valley of that name, overlooked by the sandstone escarpments of the Blue Mountains. In the addition to the major urban centre of Lithgow, the Lithgow local government area has 12 villages with mining or farming backgrounds. These smaller centres have proven to be a attractive rural residential areas which, along with the broader rural areas offer a truly unique lifestyle that harmonises its urban, industrial and rural qualities.

Council is focused on delivering quality services as a Centre of Regional Excellence that encourages community growth and development, and contributes to the efficient and effective management of the environment, community and economy for present and future generations.
The Opportunity

Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Human Resources Manager to join the organisation. In this role you will lead a team to deliver best practice advice to our staff to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. You will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining compliance of Council's Human Resources function.

You will ensure compliance with industrial laws, awards and requirements, coordinate staff recruitment, learning, development and training. In addition, you will manage and administer Council's Payroll and Salary System, coordinate workers compensation claims, industrial relations, monitor employment legislation and provide specialist advice to Council's Executive Leadership team, committees and employees.

The successful applicant will have strong leadership skills, exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with people at all levels of the organisation.

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About you

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field

Relevant work related experience in a human resource environment

Experience in providing high-level human resources advice to management and staff regarding disciplinary matters, performance management, change management ,and other matters in accordance with HR policies, procedures and legislation

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to lead and work in a team environment

A strong self-motivation and demonstrated initiative in approaching the functions of the position

Experience in conducting staff training

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Programs and HRIS Systems

Thorough working knowledge of employment legislation

Ability to ensure a high degree of confidentiality

Commitment to Work Health and Safety and Risk Management Procedures

Demonstrated commitment to the principles of honesty and integrity

Salary and Benefits

If you are looking for a change of lifestyle, a new adventure, or to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you.

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Work/Life balance with a rostered day off every third week

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON Monday 22 May 2023 at 4pm AEST.

**Please note**: Lithgow City Council is committed to the health and safety of its workers and the community. Council require all potential staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their vaccination status (or a valid medical contraindication) if invited for an interview.