Manager People and Culture

An Executive-Level Opportunity for a Manager - People & Culture Leader in Adelaide

Davies Stewart is delighted to be partnering with DLi, a leading provider of disability support services in South Australia, to find a high-calibre Manager – People and Culture. This is a pivotal, full-time employment opportunity for a strategic and empathetic leader to drive high-impact people strategies and foster a values-driven culture.

DLi is an organisation with a proud 40-year history of supporting South Australians to live the life they choose. Their values—Impactful, Joyful, Connected, Supportive, and Genuine are the foundation of everything they do. This opportunity is your chance to lead from the front and ensure these values are woven into every aspect of the employee experience.

About the Opportunity

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping the workforce. This is a hands-on, strategic position where you will oversee key specialist functions and lead a dedicated team to deliver on business objectives and regulatory requirements.

You will be responsible for a broad and impactful portfolio, including:

• Human Resources Leadership: Partner with the HR Manager to ensure responsive and contemporary HR operations. You'll drive key initiatives in performance development, change management, and succession planning to build a high-performing team.
• Work Health and Safety (WHS) & Wellbeing: Provide strategic oversight to the WHS team, ensuring a safe and healthy workplace that aligns with legislation and best practice. You will also lead the Return-to-Work function, championing person-centred recovery programs.
• Governance, Policy & Compliance: Supervise the delivery of internal governance and policy lifecycle management. Your role will be to ensure cross-functional alignment with NDIS Practice Standards, Fair Work legislation, and all other compliance obligations.
• Strategic & Operational Leadership: Act as a key conduit between executive priorities and operational delivery. You will lead strategic projects, provide high-level advice, and actively contribute to the implementation of DLi's Workforce Experience Framework and other business improvement initiatives.

About You

We're looking for a candidate who is more than just a manager—you are a leader who inspires and influences. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven Senior-Level Experience: A strong track record in HR, WHS, RTW, compliance, or governance, with a relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strategic & Operational Expertise: The ability to manage cross-functional projects, report on key metrics, and navigate risk effectively.
• Exceptional Interpersonal Skills: You build trust, communicate with tact, and navigate complex situations with ease.
• Resilience and Adaptability: You thrive in dynamic environments and are a proactive problem-solver.
• A Commitment to Values: A genuine dedication to human rights and the dignity of individuals with disabilities.

This job is for a candidate who wants to make a lasting impact in a purpose-driven organisation in Adelaide. If you are a values-driven leader ready to take on a significant employment challenge, we encourage you to apply.

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To register your interest, please forward your current resume and cover letter via the application link.

Your confidential application will be acknowledged by email and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone from the Davies Stewart team.

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