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Locations: Adelaide, SA; Brisbane, QLD; Canberra, ACT; Melbourne, VIC; Perth, WA; Sydney, NSW.Salary: $90,580 $111,979. Positions at APS Level 5 and Level 6.About The Department Of Employment And Workplace Relations We are committed to empowering futures, ensuring rights and enriching lives. We support people to have safe, secure and wellpaid work with the skills for a sustainable future and strive to be a model employer. We provide the framework for fair and productive relationships between employers and employees and oversee skills development and training initiatives to support those entering the workforce or retraining to take advantage of emerging employment opportunities. With us, your work directly contributes to shaping the employment landscape. Whether you are engaging in policy development, program implementation, or direct support services, your efforts will have a tangible impact on job seekers, employees and the economy by giving them a framework to build a future anchored and realised through employment. It is our ambition to do things differently, to create the ''department of great jobs'' where our people reflect our purpose.RoleWe are seeking APS 5 and 6 Human Resource professionals across a range of disciplines. As part of a collaborative team and reporting to an Assistant Director, you will provide expert support and advice to stakeholders and contribute to the implementation of the department''s human resource strategies and initiatives. These roles focus on key areas including Work Health and Safety (WHS), Early Intervention, Performance and Conduct, and Rehabilitation and ReturntoWork.Duties and ResponsibilitiesSenior WHS AdvisorContribute to the development and maintenance of the WHS management system.Manage the communication channels for the WHS team (email and hotline) and provide guidance to employees on WHS queries and questions.Provide informative advice on legislative, regulatory, or procedural matters and manage the resolution of issues and complaints.Assist with the coordination of health and wellbeing initiatives such as seasonal influenza vaccinations, Safety Month and Health and Wellbeing Week.Manage the process of workstation assessments, respond to incident and hazard reports, and assist with invoice payments.Provide secretariat functions for quarterly WHS Committee Meetings.Undertake specific project work in relation to WHS and wellbeing as required.Assist with the development and tailoring of appropriate controls and plans to mitigate risk.Early Intervention AdvisorProvide education, guidance and advice to managers and staff on a wide range of complex people management issues.Actively manage matters relating to rehabilitation and return to work.Collaborate with leadership and staff to actively manage matters relating to performance management, underperformance, workplace conflict, bullying and harassment, and dispute resolution.Effectively support staff and leaders with rehabilitation and return to work strategies.Triage staff related matters in accordance with the relevant framework, applying a working knowledge of the Public Service Act 1999 and other relevant legislation and frameworks to achieve successful outcomes.Rehabilitation and ReturntoWork Case ManagerProvide advice and support to the Director, delegates and stakeholders across the agency on complex rehabilitation and returntowork matters, including drafting relevant correspondence.Develop and implement strategies, frameworks, and programs that promote employee wellbeing, workplace safety, and sustained performance in line with the department''s People Strategy.Contribute to the strategic direction of rehabilitation and returntowork initiatives, ensuring alignment with APS Reform priorities and broader workforce objectives.Interpret legislation, policy, and procedural requirements to provide accurate, complex advice on healthrelated matters impacting attendance and performance.Identify and resolve strategic workforce challenges related to wellbeing and rehabilitation, preparing briefs and executive communications to support decisionmaking.Plan, deliver and manage complex case management services, including compensation and noncompensation rehabilitation, psychosocial support, and fitnessforduty assessments.Conduct research and analyse data to inform policy development, program design and continuous improvement of wellbeing and rehabilitation services.Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including Workplace Rehabilitation Providers and crossAPS partners, to implement effective returntowork programs and initiatives.Lead and coach team members to build capability and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and highperforming culture focused on employee wellbeing and safety.Monitor and manage projects to ensure alignment within agreed parameters.Performance and Conduct Case ManagerProvide advice and support to the Assistant Director, Director, delegates and stakeholders across the department on complex employment matters, drafting relevant correspondence.Manage Code of Conduct investigations in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.Manage complex performance matters, including probation, in accordance with relevant legislation, directions, policy and procedures.Manage misconduct, including bullying and harassment, in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.Manage internal review of action processes in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.Coordinate and prepare departmental responses and submissions for industrial employment matters with external bodies such as the Australian Human Rights Commission, Merit Protection Commission, and Fair Work Commission.Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the department''s performance and conduct policies, procedures and initiatives to support a strong performance and conduct culture.Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of case governance, following HR best practice, risk management, record keeping and stakeholder engagement.Assist with planning, coordinating and delivering project milestones as required.How to ApplyApplications are to be submitted using the department''s eRecruit (online recruitment) system.Please Include The Following In Your ApplicationWhich role(s) you are interested in applying for.Tell us in less than 750 words why you are the right person for this opportunity, what you can offer and how your skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications are relevant to the role. Try not to duplicate information that can already be found in your resume but do highlight specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.Consider whether you wish to be considered for the role at the APS5 classification, APS6 classification, or both the APS5 and APS6 classifications. Your application should demonstrate how you meet the required capabilities consistent with the APS Work Level Standards as outlined in the APS Integrated Leadership System (ILS) guidance.Attach a concise resume that clearly outlines your work experience, educational qualifications and relevant skills. Provide details of two referees who can attest to your credentials and suitability.EligibilityThe positions are only open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, consistent with Section 31 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner''s Directions 2p>Confirmation of HeritageCandidates applying under affirmative measures must have their Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage confirmed.Heritage Confirmation RequirementsIs of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.Is accepted as such by the community in which they live, or formerly lived.Evidence of HeritageLetter signed by the Chairperson of an incorporated Indigenous organisation confirming recognition as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.Confirmation of descent document executed by an Indigenous organisation.If unavailable, a signed letter without a common seal, a statutory declaration from the candidate and a Community Elder.CitizenshipTo be eligible for employment with the Department, you must be an Australian Citizen or, in limited circumstances, be in the process of obtaining citizenship.Security ClearanceSuccessful candidates are required to hold, or have the ability to obtain, and maintain a Baseline security clearance.For more information, please refer to the Job Information Pack.#J-18808-Ljbffr