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People, Culture and Safety Manager
- Want to take your HR career to the next level?
- Want to work with the Executive team and Senior Leaders to make a difference?
- Do you enjoy working collaboratively in an energetic environment?
About us:
The West Australian Football Commission (WAFC) is the peak Australian Rules Football body in Western Australia and plays a key leadership, governance and funding role to football throughout the State, whilst also driving the overall development and growth of the sport.
The WAFC is a not-for-profit organisation that plays an important role in the on-going development of football across all communities.
We are passionate about what we do and the people we work with. Our environment is welcoming, diverse, collaborative and team driven.
Our values:
Our organisational values are front and centre of everything we do. Every service we provide, every interaction we have, and every employee behaviour provides evidence and validates these values:
- Our People
- Being our very best
- Our relationships
- Leading our industry
Working at the WAFC is more than just a job, you will be joining our WAFC family, you will love what you do and the people you work with.
Reporting to the Executive Manager, Operations & Capability, the role of People, Culture and Safety has responsibility to lead and manage the People, Culture & Safety function for the organisation, drive the development and implementation of a people management strategy to support the achievement of business objectives and manage the design and delivery of a client focused PC&S services across a range of areas including organisation design, change management, recruitment and retention, performance and talent management, industrial relations, learning and development and health, safety and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Management
- Support the development of a vision for the People, Culture & Safety function that is aligned with the organisation’s strategic objectives, which sets a clear strategic direction for employees, enhances their leadership capacity and capability, and enable them to deliver robust operational support and advice.
- Foster a workforce culture that is consistent with the WAFC’s organisational culture, emphasising organisational values.
Strategy and Planning
- Work closely with the CEO and Executive Management team to implement a holistic and sustainable people, culture and safety strategy, reflecting WAFC’s values to enable delivery of the organisation’s strategic priorities.
- Manage all aspects of workforce planning including alignment of the organisational structure, organisational development initiatives, delivery of the people related activities in the organisation’s Strategic Plan and Operational Plan, industrial relations, safety and wellbeing, attraction, retention, development, talent management, performance management and reward and recognition initiatives.
- Provide leadership, guidance and advice to employees and managers, on a wide range of people management issues to maximise the capability of WAFC employees.
Engagement and Retention
- Manage key initiatives focused on the engagement and retention of staff including the WAFC’s performance management and development program, learning and development, policy awareness, recruitment and retention strategies and engagement activities including the planning and delivery of corporate team events (e.g. Annual Staff Conference) and other wellbeing activities.
- Manage the measurement and assessment of engagement and staff satisfaction and work with the Executive and Senior Leadership teams to identify low engagement areas and participate in the development and implementation of strategies to improve engagement.
- Work with the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to foster organisational development initiatives, such as career development, leadership development, change management and continuous improvement
Learning and Development
- Work closely with the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to manage the sourcing and delivery of appropriate staff learning and development initiatives to enhance the capability of the WAFC workforce.
Performance Management and Industrial Relations
- Manage relevant industrial relations activities (including legislative changes, classification and remuneration reviews and onboarding) with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide advice, guidance and support on industrial relations issues relating to the achievement of effective industrial relations outcomes, including providing workplace relations advice on organisational changes.
- Provide specialist advice to the Executive and Managers and employees in relation to a broad range of general industrial and employee relations matters including policies, procedures, practices and managing performance (including grievance and disciplinary activities).
Safety and Wellbeing
- Lead the WAFC’s safety and wellbeing culture and strategy and the integration of health, safety and wellbeing change management and ensure compliance to all applicable legislative obligations to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
- Provide strategic health, safety and wellbeing advice and expertise to employees on a broad range of safety issues, including the identification and management of risk factors and support the organisation to implement health and safety improvement reforms.
Policy and Compliance
- Develop and enhance the People, Culture & Safety policy framework and related documents including the review, development, implementation and communication of People, Culture & Safety policies, procedures and practices across all areas of the organisation.
- Ensure legal compliance throughout the employee lifecycle (from contract of employment to exit processes).
HR Reporting & HR System Management
- Utilise the WAFC’s HRMIS effectively to provide timely and relevant People, Culture & Safety information and data as required.
- Create an environment of continuous improvement with People, Culture & Safety (i.e. optimal use of processes, systems and practices).
- Work with the Executive Manager, Operations & Capability with the development of standardised People, Culture & Safety reporting for key stakeholders.
Organisational and Administrative Support
- Advise and coach on employment and industrial relations issues and other people related issues, which includes providing accessible and confidential support to staff members needing support or counselling.
- Act as a trusted advisor and provide guidance to the Executive and Senior Leadership teams on appropriate policies, procedures and best practice initiatives.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or significant experience, preferably in People, Culture & Safety Management, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Organisational Development or related discipline (E)
- Minimum 5 years in a generalist Human Resources Management position, providing business partnering services to managers and staff across an organisation (preferably in a medium-sized entity). (E)
- Proven capacity to operate both strategically and operationally with expertise in strategy development and execution across a range of People, Culture and Safety, organisational and cultural change programs (including performance management, organisational development, policy development, employee relations). (E)
- Demonstrated excellent collaboration with the ability to work in partnership with Executive and Senior Leaders, Managers and employees to deliver successful outcomes aligned to strategic objectives. (E)
- Demonstrated knowledge of the legislative compliance framework for a State based entity including the WA Industrial Relations Act and Minimum Conditions of Employment and relevant Awards, Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations, Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act and other industrial and legislative instruments. (E)
- Strong “team builder” with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with people at all levels within and outside the organisation. (E)
- Demonstrated sound analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, initiate action and provide advice. (E)
Application process:
You are encouraged to access a full detailed Position Description by emailing hr@wafc.com.au. We encourage you to visit our website https://www.wafootball.com.au/
All applicants will be required to present a current Police Clearance (no older than six months).
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume online via the Apply Now link. Applications close Monday 9th December 5.00pm
Please Note: The successful applicant will commence on 13th January 2025
The West Australian Football Commission is committed to equal opportunity in employment and the principles of diversity. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Job Summary
- Closing Date:
- 09 Dec 2024
- Location:
- WA
- Work Type:
- Full Time
- Category:
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Frameworks/Systems
Health and Wellbeing
HR/Organisational Development
Management/Supervisory
Policy/Procedures
Regulatory/Compliance/Legal
Science/Technology