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People and Culture Business Partner


Company : Mecwacare


Location : Ballarat, Australia


Created : 2025-05-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Not-For-Profit Salary packaging benefitsNot-For-Profit Salary packaging benefits - Increase your take home payFull-Time Position (Hybrid)Ballarat and Central Highlands LocationNot-For-Profit Salary packaging benefits - Increase your take home payThe People & Culture Business Partner will play a key role in supporting managers within their region by addressing people-related challenges and implementing People & Culture initiatives. This role involves proactive partnership with managers, conducting investigations, and enhancing performance management. Candidates should have proven P&C experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Responsibilities include guiding employee relations, coaching managers, driving continuous improvement, managing performance and remuneration, and supporting organizational change. Ideal applicants will be self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks, and committed to fostering a positive work environment. Travel will be required to facilities across the region with occasional travel to Head Office in MalvernWhat you bring:Experience in managing sensitive employee issues, providing timely advice, and guiding performance management.Strong partnership skills with managers, offering coaching and aligning P&C strategies with business goals.Understanding of relevant legislation, including the Fair Work Act, and a level of comfort interpreting Enterprise Agreements and Modern Awards.Proven ability to build relationships, influence, and coach across various management levels.Experience in leading organizational change and managing employee impact during restructures or mergers.Successful track record in performance management, career development, and succession planning.Skilled in P&C compliance and regulatory management, ensuring adherence to best practices.Proficient in using data and analytics for shaping P&C strategies and driving employee engagement, with desirable experience in the aged care or health care sector.DesirableRelevant qualifications in Business, Industrial Relations, or Human Resources, with experience in managing 24/7 operations and working with a unionized workforce.Proven background in aged care, home care, disability, or healthcare environments, demonstrating expertise in these sectors.Whatwe offer:Empowering Workplace: Flexibility meets purpose with our Hybrid model encouraging work life balanceNot-for-profit salary packaging benefits + flexibility + superEmployee benefits: wellness programs, lifestyle discounts, and an Employee Assistance ProgramAn innovative culture: A supportive and welcoming environment where you can make a real differenceBoard Scholarships and Employee Awards.Empowering Workplace: Flexibility meets purpose with our Hybrid model encouraging work life balanceNot-for-profit salary packaging benefits + flexibility + superEmployee benefits: wellness programs, lifestyle discounts, and an Employee Assistance ProgramAn innovative culture: A supportive and welcoming environment where you can make a real differenceCareer Progression Opportunities.Board Scholarships and Employee Awards.About us:mecwacareis a leading not-for-profit organization that has been supporting Victorians for more than. 65+ years. We are a values-based, care-driven organization that provides residential, community and in-home nursing, care and support services for the elderly and people living with a disability. mecwacare supports more than 20,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are a rapidly growing organization with a diverse workforce of more than 3,000 employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages.To apply: Clickapplyand submit your CV. All successful applicants will need to have and/or undergo a successful Police Check.PEOPLE AND CULTURE BUSINESS PARTNERFull-Time Position (Hybrid)Ballarat and Central Highlands LocationNot-For-Profit Salary packaging benefits - Increase your take home payThe People & Culture Business Partner will play a key role in supporting managers within their region by addressing people-related challenges and implementing People & Culture initiatives. This role involves proactive partnership with managers, conducting investigations, and enhancing performance management. Candidates should have proven P&C experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Responsibilities include guiding employee relations, coaching managers, driving continuous improvement, managing performance and remuneration, and supporting organizational change. Ideal applicants will be self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks, and committed to fostering a positive work environment. Travel will be required to facilities across the region with occasional travel to Head Office in Malvern What you bring:Experience in managing sensitive employee issues, providing timely advice, and guiding performance management.Strong partnership skills with managers, offering coaching and aligning P&C strategies with business goals.Understanding of relevant legislation, including the Fair Work Act, and a level of comfort interpreting Enterprise Agreements and Modern Awards.Proven ability to build relationships, influence, and coach across various management levels.Experience in leading organizational change and managing employee impact during restructures or mergers.Successful track record in performance management, career development, and succession planning.Skilled in P&C compliance and regulatory management, ensuring adherence to best practices.Proficient in using data and analytics for shaping P&C strategies and driving employee engagement, with desirable experience in the aged care or health care sector.DesirableRelevant qualifications in Business, Industrial Relations, or Human Resources, with experience in managing 24/7 operations and working with a unionized workforce.Proven background in aged care, home care, disability, or healthcare environments, demonstrating expertise in these sectors.Whatwe offer:Empowering Workplace: Flexibility meets purpose with our Hybrid model encouraging work life balanceNot-for-profit salary packaging benefits + flexibility + superEmployee benefits: wellness programs, lifestyle discounts, and an Employee Assistance ProgramAn innovative culture: A supportive and welcoming environment where you can make a real differenceCareer Progression Opportunities.Board Scholarships and Employee Awards.About us: mecwacareis a leading not-for-profit organization that has been supporting Victorians for more than. 65+ years. We are a values-based, care-driven organization that provides residential, community and in-home nursing, care and support services for the elderly and people living with a disability. mecwacare supports more than 20,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria. We are a rapidly growing organization with a diverse workforce of more than 3,000 employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages. To apply: Clickapplyand submit your CV. All successful applicants will need to have and/or undergo a successful Police Check.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a People and Culture Business Partner? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? 1.Where do you live (Suburb+ postcode), and would you be open to traveling around our residential facilities (Ballarat, Geelong, Bendigo and surrounding areas)2.Do you have a valid Victorian Driver''s License with your own car? In less than 30-50 words, please describe your experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar role within the aged care or healthcare sector What is your expected annual salary? (Base+ super). Please specify?mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation with a reputation for excellence. We have provided care to the Victorian community since 1959, offering residential aged care, home care packages, respite care, in-home support, community housing, community programs, disability and nursing services. We provide optimal choice for people of all ages, irrespective of financial, religious, cultural or lifestyle background.mecwacare cares for more than 14,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria through a highly-integrated service network operated by more than 1,700 employees and 350 volunteers. Our staff are culturally and linguistically diverse, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 98 languages.Our organisation believes in responding to the changing needs of the community and actively encourages and supports continuous improvement, innovation and safe service delivery.mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation with a reputation for excellence. We have provided care to the Victorian community since 1959, offering residential aged care, home care packages, respite care, in-home support, community housing, community programs, disability and nursing services. We provide optimal choice for people of all ages, irrespective of financial, religious, cultural or lifestyle background.mecwacare cares for more than 14,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria through a highly-integrated service network operated by more than 1,700 employees and 350 volunteers. Our staff are culturally and linguistically diverse, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 98 languages.Our organisation believes in responding to the changing needs of the community and actively encourages and supports continuous improvement, innovation and safe service delivery.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr