HR/ People and Culture Advisor

2 weeks ago

Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Kids Out West Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

We're Hiring

Kids Out West is growing, and we're on the lookout for a capable, values-driven HR / People and Culture Advisor to support our close-knit team and make Kids Out West an even better place to work.

If you're ready to take charge of the HR function and want to make a real difference in a people-focused organisation, this is the role for you.

Why Join Us?

  • A values-driven, family-friendly organisation

  • Based in Maitland, NSW, meaningful work

  • Supportive leadership and an inclusive, positive team culture

  • Paid birthday leave industry-specific training and development

  • Competitive salary – negotiable for the right person

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you'll lead our HR function and support our growing team throughout the full employee lifecycle.

As we expand in the Hunter Region and beyond in 2025, your role will be central to building, developing, and looking after the people who make our work possible.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Recruitment – Write job ads, screen candidates, conduct interviews, complete probity and reference checks

  • Onboarding & Induction – Set up new starters for success from day one

  • Probation & Supervision – Support leaders in reviewing and mentoring staff through early employment

  • Training & Development – Coordinate internal and external learning opportunities

  • Return to Work Coordination – Support safe, compliant return-to-work processes for injured or unwell employees

  • HR Support – Respond to queries and support staff with professionalism and care

  • WHS & Compliance – Assist with safety documentation, risk management and maintaining compliance (especially with OCG and SCHADS Award requirements)

  • Incident & Complaint Handling – Assist in managing internal investigations

  • Systems & Reporting – Keep our HR records and systems in order

About You

  • Experience in a generalist HR or People & Culture role, ideally in a sole-charge or small team environment

  • Confident communicator who builds trust easily

  • Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities

  • Understanding of Return to Work coordination, or willingness to learn

  • Familiarity with SCHADS Award and OCG reportable conduct scheme – highly regarded

  • Valid Working With Children Check and Police Check required

  • Aligned with our core values: Quality, Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation

Who We Are

Kids Out West is an accredited provider for the Department of Communities and Justice and other NGOs. We provide flexible, trauma-informed support services to children and young people in rural and remote NSW communities.

Our Maitland-based head office is home to a small, tight-knit team with a strong culture and a shared passion for making a difference.

Apply Now

Think this role could be for you? Apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining why you're the right fit.

For questions, contact:
Nicole (General Manager) – **

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