'All people affordably housed in neighborhoods that support life opportunities' Housing Choices Australia (Housing Choices) is a leading and growing national not-for-profit housing provider. Our goal is to ensure that people are housed in inclusive communities and to create homes that encourage a sense of belonging. We own and/or manage more than 7,000 homes, accommodating over 8500 tenants across Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, New South Wales and Western Australia.
We provide a culture that supports individuals to be their best, with opportunities for personal and career development. We are committed to cultivating an equal, diverse, and inclusive environment for our staff, residents, and stakeholders.
Job DescriptionThe Opportunity The People & Culture (P&C) team actively contributes to fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment. They provide comprehensive HR services including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning & development, and compliance reporting. Additionally, they collaborate with senior leadership to align HR strategies with the organisation's goals and values, offering guidance on employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance. The team ensures adherence to employment laws, facilitates policy development, and maintains accurate HR records while promoting a supportive and compliant workplace culture.
What you'll do Support the P&C team in managing all people & safety systems and operations of the People Team.Assist with recruitment efforts, including job posts, reviewing CV's, interview coordination, pre-hire documentation, and onboarding new employees.Support new hires through the onboarding journey.Maintain up to date employee records.Administer necessary employment checks as required.Prepare documents such as employee contracts, employee letters, position descriptions and others as needed.Assist with monitoring and completion of safety incidents by people leaders.Assist with L&D requirements for employees.Conduct audits and assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and implement corrective actions as needed.Ensure high quality and accurate HR administration and record keeping, always maintaining confidentiality and privacy obligations.Desired Skills and ExperienceWhat you'll bring: You should have a relevant tertiary qualification in HR management or a related field, with sound knowledge of a broad range of HR functions and systems. Experience in P&C or HR coordinator/administrator roles in public/community, private housing sectors, or similar fields, with a proven track record in developing and improving HR practices and implementing best practices, is essential.
Genuine interest in social justice and the not-for-profit sector.Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in HR/Business or similar discipline.Proven experience in a similar HR Generalist related role.Knowledge and experience with interpretation and application of HR policies.Experience with onboarding practices, including the management of probationary periods and relevant employment-related checks.An interest in the ongoing, continuous improvement of our HR practice.Ability to work independently and be self-driven to ensure the People & Culture function achieves its desired outcomes.Highly developed written and oral communication skills.A pragmatic and outcome-focused approach with proven ability to meet multiple deadlines.Thrive in new situations.We are seeking someone with sound technical skills and knowledge combined with a collaborative and flexible partnering style and strong commitment to our vision and mission.
What we offer in return 5 Weeks Annual Leave.Flexible working arrangements.Salary Packaging for living expenses, meal, and entertainment expenses.Recognition program.Salary Continuance Insurance.16 weeks paid parental leave.Please note that it is a minimum requirement of this position that all appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Criminal History or Police Check conducted by Housing Choices Australia and the successful post holder to:
Agree and undergo any other employment screening as required by Housing Choices - including but not restricted to Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons and NDIS Worker (this will be as applicable based on the state location and/or function of the role).Agree and comply with Child Safety policies and procedures.Provide a current driver's license and willingness to travel across Housing Choices' locations, if and as required.How to apply Download a copy of the Position Description and Apply here. Apply before 1 December 2024. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Leonie Boyd on .
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Housing Choices reserves the right to cease recruitment proceedings earlier upon appointing a suitable candidate for the role. This opportunity is only open to candidates with appropriate legal working rights within Australia. Housing Choices recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce. We celebrate and respect our people's differences and are committed to being inclusive. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and persons with a disability to apply.
We recognise that applying for positions can be challenging. You might be questioning if the role aligns with your skills or if your experience is sufficient. At Housing Choices, we value the unique skills and perspectives new team members can contribute to our culture. Even if you don't perfectly match the criteria, we encourage you to reach out – we're interested in hearing from you.
We base our hiring decisions on your skills, experience, and enthusiasm. When you apply, please let us know any accommodations you require during the recruitment process.
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