Strategic HR Leader

Lead a newly formed team to deliver high-quality, strategic and operational HR support across the organisation. Provide expert guidance to ensure consistent people-focused solutions that align with organisational priorities.

1. SUCCESSFULLY integrate the P&C BP Team and the HSW teams into one cohesive function, building the team culture and working to deliver high-quality, values-aligned advice, operations and partnering across the organisation.
2. ACT as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and shape organisational-wide workforce strategy.
3. LEAD the development, continuous improvement and implementation of effective HR management and employee relations strategy, employment frameworks, Enterprise Agreement negotiations, policy, programs and feedback mechanisms in collaboration with organisational leaders.
4. ENSURE the consistent application of relevant awards, enterprise agreements and legislation, with a strong focus on maintaining respectful, values-based workplace practices.

Manage external stakeholder relationships including unions, legal advisors, fair work ombudsman, and represent the organisation and advocate in various commissions and tribunals including Fair Work Commission Embedding a proactive and inclusive health safety and wellbeing culture, with a safety-first mindset Lead workforce planning efforts to support responsive, client-centred service delivery across diverse community programs Contribute to the development and implementation of the organisation's wellbeing strategy, integrating it into the broader people experience and ensuring that it is proactive, inclusive, and evidence informed Applications are sought from experienced People and Culture leaders who bring a solid understanding of OHS&E Acts, legislation and standards and demonstrated experience of delivering strategic and operational HR support in complex organisations The role will require a high level of business acumen, experience in nurturing high performing teams and the ability to build strong, long-lasting relationships with stakeholders of all levels Tertiary qualifications will be expected in Human Resources (Industrial Relations, Health and Safety, Employment/Occupational Health and Safety Law), Organisational Psychology, Adult Education, Business, or a related field, with demonstrable experience in senior People & Culture, Health Safety & Wellbeing or Organisational Development leadership roles The role calls for excellent business partnering, relationship building and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders to influence organisational outcomes through strategic people advice, workforce planning, and capability development Benefits include salary packaging options to improve your take home pay, career development opportunities, leave loading of 17.5%, flexible working arrangements, an Employee Assistance Program, discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply We are a child-safe organisation and have zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia