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Empower Your Team, Transform the Workforce: Lead the Way as Manager, People Services
UC Level 8, Salary Range $113,289 pa - $126,361 pa plus 17% Super
Full Time, Continuing Opportunity (Flexible arrangements available)
About us:
University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).
About the role:
Working within the People and Culture portfolio, the Manager, People Services is a trusted expert on all things people-related, leading a dedicated HR team to deliver high-quality services that evolve with our clients needs. Being a key advisor to the business and within People & Culture , the Manager, people services is pivotal in shaping a positive employee experience and creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing workplace.
Key responsibilities of this role include:
Overseeing HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, compliance, and employee lifecycle management.
Leading and developing a high-performing team, managing employment contracts, credentials, and performance strategies.
Building strong relationships across the University, fostering a culture of engagement and continuous improvement.
Driving employee engagement initiatives to support staff throughout their UC journey.
Championing workplace health and safety and wellbeing, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and promoting preventative strategies.
Managing, monitor and report workplace rehabilitation programs, supporting employees through illness or injury and facilitating a sustainable return to work.
Providing expert advice and coaching to managers on complex people matters.
About you:
To be considered for this role, you will have:
Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in Human Resources or WHS
Completed a Rehabilitation & Case Management ACT Training (or willing to obtain)
Experience in HR operations, employee relations and rehabilitation programs would be highly regarded
Proven leadership and team management skills.
A good understanding of relevant legislation and policies.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
The ability to collaborate effectively and build strong relationships across the University
Experience in HRIS management and process optimisation. (PageUp would be highly regarded)
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
University of Canberra embodies it’s Values of Everyone’s invites, Narragunnawali, Change the World, Dare to be Curious and Walk together which we are proud. UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.
Eligibility:
Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
The successful applicant will be subject to providing or obtaining either a police check or WWVP as one of their pre-employment requirements.
How to apply:
Please apply with you CV only, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
For job specific information: please contact Adam Creighton – Deputy Director of People Services - 0408 696 136 - Adam.Creighton@canberra.edu.au
Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday, 23 February 2025
