Human Resources (HR) Manager

Inspired learning. Empowering young women of integrity. We are seeking a strong Human Resource professional to take on an Executive position in the School.

The Human Resources (HR) Manager reports to the Principal to continuously improve staff culture, employee relations and staff management. The HR Manager develops and refines HR policies and procedures and oversees their implementation. The role is also responsible for the improvement of HR systems in accordance with legislative and industrial relations requirements and HR best practice.

This role is very involved in the day-to-day staffing of the school. Responsible for overseeing and managing the Human Resources function at Kambala including all employment relations matters, payroll, recruitment strategy and operations, salary benchmarking, managing support staff performance management processes, managing and developing HR reporting, policies and processes, and leads the work health and safety committee. 

The position is a temporary  full-time position commencing in April for up to 12 months to cover extended leave. 

The key responsibilities of the position include (but are not limited to):

• Adhere to all legislative requirements relating to employment relations and maintain appropriate relationships with legal advisors.
• Implement and manage HR structures that facilitate the development of all staff and students in line with the Strategic Vision.
• Work closely with the Payroll Officer to ensure payroll is accurate and timely.
• Provide a coaching and advisory role to Managers and other staff members as and when required.
• Responsible for all HR reporting to the Council and Executive. 
• Overseeing professional development processes of support staff.
• Supporting all managers with performance management matters from mediation to formal performance management processes. 
• Staff wellbeing – lead the staff wellbeing strategic initiative and manage external providers that provide wellbeing support e.g. EAP 
• Manage the facilitation of mandatory  staff training programs through the online portal. e.g. code of conduct, child protection, privacy etc. 
• Manage the overall Recruitment and Selection processes across the School.
• Key contact for MEA negotiation on behalf of the School.
• Responsible for managing the HR budget.
• in conjunction with the Facilities Manager, lead the WH&S committee. 
• Manage process for workers compensation claims.
• Managing all relationships with third party providers such as labour hire and recruitment agencies. 
• Management of the onboarding/offboarding processes for all new staff.

We are looking for a HR professional who has:

• Human Resources or Employment Relations tertiary qualifications.
• an understanding of HR practices, legislation and current issues for teachers and administration staff including immigration and visa processes.
• a minimum of 5 years experience in generalist HR role at a similar level.
• experience in Award/EBA/EA environment essential.
• experience negotiating EBAs/EAs preferable.
• a demonstrated knowledge of implementing HR strategy.
• experience working in environments experiencing significant change desirable.
• has a commitment to ongoing professional learning.
• exceptional communication skills including report writing skills and a strong customer focus.
• the ability to build trusted relationships and rapport with key stakeholders.
• exceptional problem solving skills and ability to critically analyse issues.
• will support the co-curricular and pastoral care programs at the school.
• will actively support the ethos of this Anglican Independent School.

The successful applicant will need to supply a current Working with Children Check Number or Application Number.

Please note that only candidates successful in progressing to the interview stage will be contacted.

Applications should include the names of at least two referees and curriculum vitae.

HR Manager

Kambala

danielle_kassoua@kambala.nsw.edu.au 

794 New South Head Road

ROSE BAY NSW 2029

Telephone 02 9388 6777

www.kambala.nsw.edu.au

Applications close: 15 February 2021