Human Resources and Compliance Manager

About the role

As the Human Resources and Compliance Manager at Ignatius Park College, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the College community by fostering a positive, professional, and values-driven workplace culture. You will play a key role in supporting staff wellbeing, development, and performance, while ensuring that all HR practices and compliance frameworks align with the College's mission and strategic goals.

About the contract

The position is Permanent, Full Time (38 hours per week).

About you

To be considered for this role you will need:

· Valid working rights within Australia.

· Possess a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card for paid employees before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government.

· Bachelor level qualifications in human resource management, law, business or related disciplines.

· Post Graduate Management qualification (desirable).

· Expert knowledge of contemporary human resource/employee relations/risk and compliance management practices.

· Highly developed knowledge and interpretation of Enterprise Bargaining Agreements, Industrial Awards and legislation such as Fair Work Act, Workplace Health and Safety Act, and the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act.

· Demonstrated experience working in a human resource and risk and compliance role in a diverse organisation.  (Experience in the Education sector is desirable.)

· Demonstrated experience in implementing HRM, WHS and Risk & Compliance systems and processes to a broad range of employees with a focus on continuous improvement and positive cultural change.

· Demonstrated experience developing, documenting and implementing policies and procedures for a large organisation.

· Proven ability to model the highest standard of ethical and professional behaviour and act with integrity and confidentiality.

About our Organisation

Ignatius Park College is an all-boys Independent Catholic secondary school located in Townsville, North Queensland catering for approximately 1000 boys from Years The College is a member of the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) network of 55 schools across Australia.  Ignatius Park College has a tradition of academic, cultural, sporting, spiritual and personal excellence by providing the highest standards of staff, facilities and opportunities for students in a caring Christian environment. Further information on the College can be found on our website:

What we offer

Ignatius Park College have access to a range of employee benefits including:

· Competitive salary structure

· % Superannuation

· Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

· Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary

· Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Leave)

· weeks paid parental leave

· days paid spousal leave

· Discounted IPC school fees

· Wellbeing projects and recognition of loyalty and service

· Access to staff health initiatives including pool and gym access

· Staff Social Club

· Travel opportunities through our sporting tours and immersions

· Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Borrowing rights and newspaper access through our well-equipped College Resource Centre

· Leadership development opportunities

· Involvement in co-curricular activities

· Faith Formation

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online via the Ignatius Park College website

Applications must include:

· Cover letter (maximum 2 page) addressing your ability to perform the key accountabilities and meet the key requirements of the role.

· Current resume detailing qualifications, relevant work experience and 2 work related referees including phone and email contact details.

· EREA Child Safe Declaration.

· Copies of relevant qualifications, registrations and licences.

Applications close Sunday, 30 November Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the advertised close date.

Note for Recruitment Agencies:  This role is being managed by Ignatius Park College and we will not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.  Ignatius Park College is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.