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Manager – People & Culture

POSITION SUMMARY

Full Time 

Reporting to the Executive Officer – Corporate Services, the Manager – People and Culture is responsible for providing sound employee relations and workplace culture advice and will support management and employees across all human resourcing and people and culture management.

This role acts as a key link between staff and the broader Leadership team to manage recruitment, employee relations, performance, training, payroll and time sheet management, learning and development, and compliance, ensuring Human Resources (HR) practices support business objectives and foster a positive workplace culture.

The role will support the implementation of approved BWAHS policies, manage day-to-day HR queries and resolve workplace issues.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Recruitment & Onboarding

  • Coordinate end‑to‑end recruitment: advertising, shortlisting, interviews, and selection support.

  • Advise managers on fair and compliant recruitment, selection, and induction practices.

  • Manage onboarding and induction processes.

HR Operations & Administration

  • Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, and update HR information systems.

  • Respond to routine HR enquiries using relevant legislation, awards, and internal policies.

  • Assist with HR reporting, workforce data analysis, and preparation of documentation.

Employee Relations & Performance

  • Provide day‑to‑day HR advice on workplace policies, procedures, and employment conditions.

  • Support managers with performance reviews, improvement plans, and disciplinary processes. 

Policy, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

  • Assist in developing, implementing, and reviewing HR policies and procedures.

  • Monitor legislative and best‑practice changes and ensure implementation.

  • Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Learning, Development & Engagement

  • Support training and development activities, including identifying skills gaps.

  • Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and a positive workplace culture.

Workplace Health & Safety

  • Assist with WHS compliance, incident reporting, and coordination with relevant stakeholders.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Employee Relations & Case Management

  • Proven experience managing end‑to‑end employee relations matters, including performance management, misconduct investigations and grievances.
  • Highly developed mediation skills to resolve interpersonal conflicts and support a harmonious workplace.

2. Legislation, Compliance & Industrial Relations

  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply industrial frameworks (e.g., the Fair Work Act) to resolve complex workplace issues.
  • Experience developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and alignment with organisational culture.

3. HR Advisory & Leadership Support

  • Ability to provide practical, professional HR advice to managers and senior leaders on sensitive people matters with discretion and confidentiality.

4. Communication, Reporting and Documentation

  • Ability to provide practical, professional HR advice to managers and senior leaders on sensitive people and culture matters with discretion and confidentiality.

5. Planning, Prioritisation and Adaptability

  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing legislative or business requirements.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

It is a condition of employment that BWAHS be provided with the following:

  • Current Victorian Driver’s License 

  • Current Working with Children’s Check 

  • Undertake National Police Check 

Application Process

  • All applicants must include a resume and with a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria to be considered eligible for the position.

  • Applicants will be short listed and may be interviewed upon receipt of application, and the position may be filled before the Closing Date, 17 June 2026.

Please contact Georgia Hooper via georgia.h@bwahs.com.au for further information or a copy of the position description.