Manager, People and Culture

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director, People and Culture, the Manager, People and Culture (P&C) will play an essential leadership role in the development, implementation and oversight of high quality strategic and operational People and Culture operations at the Social Services Regulator (SSR)

As a key member of the SSR's Senior Leadership team, the role will work closely with the Regulator, and the SSR's Executive and Leadership Teams in leading the delivery of P&C functions including Strategic Human Resource Management, end-to-end recruitment, industrial relations, performance and professional development, workforce planning, employee wellbeing, attraction and retention, OH&S and payroll.

The Manager, P&C is responsible for the maintenance, development and implementation of the Social Services Regulator's P&C policies, processes and practices, and plays a key role in supporting the strategic and operational needs of the organisation through the promotion of good and contemporary human resource management practices.

The role leads a small, high performing P&C team tasked with executing the SSR's broad P&C activities.

To excel in this position, you will be able to think and plan strategically while also being operationally savvy. This role will require you to be passionate about making a difference in a diverse workplace, implementing change and delivering on business-as-usual activities while being operationally challenged.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

• Lead the management and delivery of the SSR's P&C functions including Strategic Human Resource Management, end-to-end recruitment, industrial relations, performance and professional development, workforce planning, employee wellbeing, attraction and retention, OH&S, accommodation and facilities management and payroll activities.
• Provide coaching and expert advice on employee and industrial relations matters in line with the Victoria Public Sector Enterprise Agreement 2024 and relevant state and federal legislation.
• Provide expert advice and support to managers and executives in the conduct of investigations, disciplinary proceedings, return to work and performance management processes, ensuring compliance with relevant industrial instruments and current industry best practice.
• Oversee the development and implementation of a wide range of P&C strategies, initiatives, policies and practices that are aligned with the SSR's objectives and to ensure legislative requirements are met.
• Streamline P&C processes to ensure best practice that support the development of people strategies and meet organisational priorities.
• Report to the Social Services Regulator Leadership Team on human resources and corporate policy issues and solutions.
• Liaise with the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing to ensure the provision of services is in accordance with the Social Services Regulator's Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and other Victorian Government standards.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

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