Add expected salary to your profile for insightsStrategic leadership role with a people first transformationPartner with a high performing Executive Leadership TeamCareer defining opportunity with broad remitABOUT US:Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong people, Bass Coast has long been considered one of Melbourne and Victoria's treasures, with an enviable lifestyle, magnificent coastline and natural areas and host of major tourism activities, events and festivals.
Less than 2 hours from Melbourne, Bass Coast Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities.Bass Coast Shire Council is a recognised leader within local Government, with landmark workplace policies, a commitment to an inclusive workplace culture and playing our part in the fight against climate change.We are a Council that thrives on innovation, and this is an exciting time to join us and play a significant role in shaping our workforce for the future.ABOUT THE ROLE:Reporting to the General Manager Innovation & Engagement and working closely with the executive team, the Manager People & Culture will be responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of the portfolio.With employee experience at the centre, this role will work collaboratively to develop and implement strategic, human-centred HR initiatives, policy and processes to enhance Bass Coast's reputation as an employer of choice.
This position will develop partnerships with senior executives across the organisation to facilitate best practice HR leadership and promote continuous improvement across all aspects of the employee lifecycle.
A key part of the role is leadership of the Occupational Health and Safety system for the council.As a trusted advisor to the executive team, Manager People & Culture will provide frank and fearless advice while driving a high-performance culture through the delivery of expert HR support and delivery from the P&C function.
The role will be pivotal in leading the continued growth and evolution of Bass Coast Shire Council's culture, with focused efforts in leadership development, health, safety and wellbeing, new ways of working and encouraging an environment of open communication, accountability and leading through customer-centric delivery and performance.ABOUT YOU:To be considered for this role, you will be a high performing People & Culture leader, with significant experience in leading across complex organisations through significant change, transformation and/or growth, ideally within a complex service delivery environment.
Critical to your success in this role, will be your experience in leading and establishing contemporary people partnering models, health, safety and wellbeing, uplifting culture and engagement, progressing diversity and inclusion initiatives and successfully leading ER/IR negotiations and outcomes.You will bring experience in developing leadership capability within the teams you lead, while creating a highly engaged workplace culture focused on customer centricity and continuous improvement.
You are regarded for your strategic leadership, broader business acumen and ability to effectively engage and influence key stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience with government or across the public sector would be highly regarded but not essential.APPLY NOW:Bass Coast is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity and equal opportunity.
We welcome applications from experienced leaders who hold aligned values and have a commitment to empower a workforce where people feel connected, safe and supported so that they can be at their best and deliver great outcomes for the community.To apply, please upload your CV outlining your suitability for the role and Cover Letter.
For any questions not outlined in the PD and for a confidential discussion, please contact Tess Moore, Executive Assistant to General Manager Innovation & Engagement via email or call Teena Hale Pennington, General Manager – Innovation & Engagement on .Applications close at 5pm Thursday 23rd January 2025:Shortlisting may occur whilst the advertisement is open, so we encourage you to make an early application.Bass Coast Council acknowledges the Bunurong as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands and waters, and pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture, and Lore.Bass Coast Shire Council is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.We support and respect all children, as well as our staff, contractors and volunteers.
Our organisation is committed to preventing child abuse by identifying risks early and intervening to address these risks.
We are committed to the safety of all children, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children who are culturally and linguistically diverse, and those with varying needs and/or disabilities.Should you require assistance in your interactions with us or through a recruitment process, please let us know via so we can provide adjustments for you.#J-18808-Ljbffr