People and Culture Advisor, Employment Relations
Job No:
SHM1166
Location:
St. Kilda
Your future workplace
Sacred Heart Mission is a community of dedicated people working together to end homelessness, deep disadvantage and social exclusion. Our strength lies in our shared purpose and values. We welcome individuality and support each other to bring our best and whole selves to the work we do each day.
Your new role
As the P&C Advisor, Employment Relations, you’ll play a key role in supporting resolution of IR/ER matters including performance counselling and grievances in addition to managing complex workplace investigations under guidance from the P&C Business Partner. You will also contribute to relevant policies and tools aimed at increasing manager capability.
Your day-to-day
- Supporting P&C Business Partner on ER matters, including formal and informal performance counselling, investigation, employee engagement etc.
- Lead complex workplace investigations and performance counselling processes
- Support the negotiation and implementation process of the Nurses’ EBA negotiations
- Support the development, review and implementation of policies, procedures, guidelines and templates
We're looking for someone with
- Qualifications in HR, Industrial Relations/Employment Law or equivalent experience.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong judgement/analysis skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, particularly written reports and policy/procedure writing.
- Sound expertise to implement IR/ER processes in a values led organisation
- Demonstrated understanding of Health and/or Aged Care sector would be highly regarded.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to apply)
You can look forward to
- A full-time fixed-term role until 30 June 2026, with flexible working arrangements available (including working from home days).
- $52.54 - $54.92 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications).
- Professional and career development opportunities, including participation in organisation-wide initiatives like the Rainbow Collective and Culture Champions.
- Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 p.a pre-tax.
- Generous leave entitlements, 17% annual leave loading, gifted leave over holiday period, wellbeing leave & more.
- A supportive work environment including: 1 on 1 regular line supervision, Psychological First Aid and EAP available.
- Access to the Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme.
- End your day knowing you are working to support people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage.
Come and work with us
To join our team, simply scroll down and enter your details below with attached resume and cover letter.
For more information about the role, contact Lydia Chin, P&C Business Partner on 0410 172 771. Closing date for applications: 5pm, Monday 22 September 2025*
*Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.
SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We recognise the strength and value in diversity,and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening or evidence of COVID-19 vaccination as outlined in the position description.
