HR & WHS Advisor
- Permanent part-time, up to 30 hours per week
- Flexible role - hybrid work option available
- Provide advice and guidance on WHS and HR matters
Who are we?
Ability Options provides employment and disability services to people who need assistance to achieve their aspirations and inclusion the community. We operate services to support people with disabilities and those whose lives are changed as a result of accidents, unemployment and disadvantage.
We are committed to a workplace culture that recognises diversity, equity and human rights. We respect and value the contribution of people from all cultures, backgrounds and beliefs, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people and people with disability.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a problem solver and collaborator to join our team to deliver HR and WHS support and guidance to managers and employees. You will be supporting managers on a broad range of people management policies, procedures and practices such as performance management, performance review, grievance and disciplinary.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing advice and guidance on all aspects of WHS matters including promoting a safe working environment for all employees.
Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Build effective rapport and work collaboratively with HR Business Partners, Senior Managers and frontline managers across Ability Options.
- Counsel and interpretation to line managers regarding awards, legislations, policies, procedures and practices.
- Undertake workplace investigation on routine matters as directed.
- Assist in managing worker’s compensation claims.
- Researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve people management issues.
- Assist in coordination and delivery of employee learning and development activities.
- Participate and actively involved in HR projects and initiatives.
- Analyse WHS data and develop plans with HR Business Partners and senior leaders to improve safety and wellbeing for a better employee experience.
Essential Criteria:
- Demonstrated experience in Human Resources/HR administration, ideally coupled with a relevant tertiary qualification.
- General understanding of human resources organisational policies and practices.
- Relationship management and highly service orientated.
- Excellent communication skills and well-developed listening skills.
- Demonstrates ability to problem solve and develop research skills.
- Basic knowledge of current employment legislation and workers compensation.
- Cert 4 in Work Health and Safety (or equivalent).
- Return to Work Coordinator Certification.
- Police Check and valid NSW Driver Licence.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Michelle Hodge via email: Michelle.Hodge@abilityoptions.org.au
Ability Options prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages and gender as well as people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with a disability.
Ability Options is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. All successful applicants are subject to probity and pre-employment checks. Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged.
Ability Options prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages and gender as well as people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with a disability.
Ability Options is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. All successful applicants are subject to probity and pre-employment checks. Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged.
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