Health Services organisation serving Southern WA, employing a dedicated allied health team looking to embrace a contemporary People & Culture Manager
About the Role
With a view to bringing in a more contemporary approach to all aspects of the People & Culture service, the new Manager will be responsible for driving the change agenda that is currently underway.
Most important will be the focus on modernisation of the employee lifecycle from recruitment through to contracts ensuring that the organisation moves forward at the same time as preserving the values and service quality that the organisation is known for.
The People & Culture Manager is responsible for overseeing the human resource and industrial relations function for the organisation including overseeing planning, development, implementation and administration of the organisation’s HR / IR strategies and programs. The role is responsible for recruitment, talent management, performance management and performance development. The role works in collaboration with the Finance Manager to advise on workforce compensation and benefits. Health, safety and wellbeing round out the traditional P & C functions within this role.
About The Business
Our client is a not-for-profit organisation offering a variety of funded programs and services in the Great Southern, Wheatbelt, South-East Coastal Goldfields, Midwest and Southwest regions of Western Australia. Head officed in the beautiful coastal city of Albany, where there is never a shortage of places to picnic, camp, explore and enjoy the stunning land and seascapes. It’s a vibrant port city which is increasingly attracting a younger demographic and the beautiful towns of Denmark and Bremer Bay are only a short drive away!
Our client has a long history in the region supporting towns where there is identified community needs across the lifespan in areas of mental health, chronic disease, Aboriginal health, aged care, children and families, and disability.
The team prides itself on being an inclusive, multidisciplinary and passionate group of people ranging from Diabetes Educators, Dietitians, Counsellors, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists. Social Workers, Speech Pathologists, Nurses, Program and Administrative Support, and Care Coordinators – yes, it’s a vibrant hive of activity!
The organisation’s ethos is Healthy Communities – Healthy People and If you value the health and wellbeing of regional and rural communities, we would love to hear from you.
About You
The organisation is looking for a current leader of People and Culture or a seasoned senior executive within a similar industry and/or organisation looking to step into the leadership role. You will be a resilient, transformational leader who can positively impact the organisation, with the ability to persevere to achieve intended outcomes. With an expert level of technical HR knowledge, you will also be an exceptional communicator.
As a person, you will hold deep values and integrity and be able to engender trust, empathy and accountability to go along with your business acumen. As stated, you will be technically strong, but also decisive and able to create a sense of belonging and safety.
Suitable candidates will possess the following skills and attributes: