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About Us:

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5000 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

Why choose a career at Uniting AgeWell? 

• Grow within a structure offering mentoring, leadership exposure and clear career progression from Business Partner through to senior leadership roles
• Competitive remuneration offered with salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
• Partner with leaders across a diverse and growing service network
• Work for a learning organisation that invests in your professional development and continuous improvement
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
• Not for profit, values-based organisation delivering meaningful community impact

About the role:

• Partner with managers to provide practical advice across ER, performance, conduct and workplace matters
• Lead and support investigations, grievance resolution and disciplinary processes in line with organisational processes, policy and values, and industrial obligations
• Provide expert guidance on enterprise agreements, awards and workforce legislation
• Support organisational change initiatives, consultation processes and workforce transitions
• Collaborate with leaders to identify workforce solutions that support operational performance and employee experience
• Contribute to People & Culture projects, reporting, workforce insights and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in enterprise bargaining activities and support strategic people initiatives across the organisation

This a full-time role working Monday to Friday, with hybrid working opportunities available. You will have a North-West Metro Melbourne portfolio and the ideal candidate will be able to travel to sites and services located within this region on a weekly basis.

This is the place for you if you have:

• Tertiary qualifications in human resources and/or ER/IR or equivalent industry experience
• Proven HR or People & Culture experience within a complex, multi-site environment
• Strong employee and industrial relations capability with sound judgement and commercial thinking
• Experience managing sensitive workplace matters from investigation through to resolution
• Confidence interpreting enterprise agreements, awards and employment legislation
• Experience supporting organisational change, consultation and workforce planning initiatives
• Ability to influence and build credibility with leaders at all levels
• Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments
• A proactive approach to delivering practical solutions and measurable outcomes

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children’s Check (VIC) or willingness to obtain one
• Full Australian working rights
• A current Police Records Check/NDIS Clearance or be willing to undertake this process
• Current flu and ongoing vaccinations

Applications close Sunday 9th August. You can find a copy of the position description here: People & Culture Business Partner PD.pdf

Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven People & Culture team committed to supporting older Australians through exceptional care and services. What are you waiting for? APPLY NOW!

Contact Daniel Knox at recruitment@unitingagewell.org for more information