Senior People Partner

Excellent benefits including salary packaging

Full time, 12 month fixed term role available

About the Role
The purpose of this role is to partner with the business to provide specialist P&C advice, support and guidance on the effective execution of people processes including workforce planning and change, talent management, performance management (including guidance and support with ER matters) and to influence the overall culture and performance of the organisation. A trusted advisor to leaders in all matters People and Culture related, for their respective Division.

Provide professional human resource services that is consistent with St Vincent’s people and culture strategy.

Partner with the business on key projects and initiatives particularly in relation to organizational change

Drive a people and performance-focused culture by providing accurate, relevant advice and guidance in all aspects of P&C including IR/ER, OD, Attraction and Retention

Act as expert advisor to the business in the application of P&C/HR policies and procedures in compliance with awards, agreements, accreditation standards and legislation

Advise and assist with employee relations matters including supporting managers with performance and conduct matters, management of grievances and complaints, and undertaking investigations. This may include developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships with unions and representation on behalf of SVHA before the FWC

Engage and broker services from the broader P&C team to ensure the most efficient and accurate employee experience.

Use P&C/HR data (workforce metrics) to provide guidance for decision making and develop appropriate organisational people strategies.

Ensure the delivery of high quality on-boarding and ongoing development programs.

Coordinate staff reward and recognition programs, such as the annual Staff Service Awards.

In collaboration with the P&C Employee Experience team, facilitate delivery and implementation of P&C programs such as the Staff Engagement Survey and local Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives.

Ensure compliance with P&C/HR policies.

Your Contribution

Personal Effectiveness in delivering outcomes.

Driving Results through effective communication to team and stakeholders alike

Organisational Acumen with the knowledge of understanding local campuses.

Demonstrated People and Culture partnering experience in a complex work environment – with experience in organisational design, ER advice and guidance.

An ability to engage and influence stakeholders effectively and build consensus where required.

Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain

What we Offer

A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs

Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling

A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month)

Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay

In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks

Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation

Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals

Culture of continuous improvement

Flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities

About the People and Culture Department
The People and Culture Department provides all facets of Generalist HR Services including Employee and Industrial Relations, Attraction, Recruitment and Selection and People Partnering. To support these functions, the People Partnering team consists of People Partners and Senior People Partners.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:

Job Description:

• Excellent benefits including salary packaging

• East Melbourne location

• Full time, 12 month fixed term role available

About the Role
The purpose of this role is to partner with the business to provide specialist P&C advice, support and guidance on the effective execution of people processes including workforce planning and change, talent management, performance management (including guidance and support with ER matters) and to influence the overall culture and performance of the organisation. A trusted advisor to leaders in all matters People and Culture related, for their respective Division.

• Provide professional human resource services that is consistent with St Vincent’s people and culture strategy.

• Partner with the business on key projects and initiatives particularly in relation to organizational change

• Drive a people and performance-focused culture by providing accurate, relevant advice and guidance in all aspects of P&C including IR/ER, OD, Attraction and Retention

• Act as expert advisor to the business in the application of P&C/HR policies and procedures in compliance with awards, agreements, accreditation standards and legislation

• Advise and assist with employee relations matters including supporting managers with performance and conduct matters, management of grievances and complaints, and undertaking investigations. This may include developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships with unions and representation on behalf of SVHA before the FWC

• Engage and broker services from the broader P&C team to ensure the most efficient and accurate employee experience.

• Use P&C/HR data (workforce metrics) to provide guidance for decision making and develop appropriate organisational people strategies.

• Ensure the delivery of high quality on-boarding and ongoing development programs.

• Coordinate staff reward and recognition programs, such as the annual Staff Service Awards.

• In collaboration with the P&C Employee Experience team, facilitate delivery and implementation of P&C programs such as the Staff Engagement Survey and local Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with P&C/HR policies.

Your Contribution

• Personal Effectiveness in delivering outcomes.

• Driving Results through effective communication to team and stakeholders alike

• Organisational Acumen with the knowledge of understanding local campuses.

• Demonstrated People and Culture partnering experience in a complex work environment – with experience in organisational design, ER advice and guidance.

• An ability to engage and influence stakeholders effectively and build consensus where required.

• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs

• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling

• A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month)

• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay

• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks

• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation

• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals

• Culture of continuous improvement

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities

About the People and Culture Department
The People and Culture Department provides all facets of Generalist HR Services including Employee and Industrial Relations, Attraction, Recruitment and Selection and People Partnering. To support these functions, the People Partnering team consists of People Partners and Senior People Partners.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:Contact Details:Fulvio Penna, Head of People Partnering, fulvio.penna@svha.org.au Alternate Contact:Closing Date:4 August 2024 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https ://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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Become a healthcare superheroAbout Us

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider with a reputation for compassionate care and world-leading innovation. Part of the St Vincent’s Health Australia group, we are a leading tertiary teaching hospital providing a comprehensive suite of services including acute medical and surgical services, emergency and critical care, aged care, diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative and residential care. 

Operating from 18 sites across greater Melbourne, this includes a major teaching, academic research and tertiary referral centre situated in Fitzroy, a soon to be established Rapid Access Hub at St Vincent’s Hospital on The Park, St George’s Health Service Kew, palliative care at Caritas Christi Hospice, as well as aged care, correctional health, mental health and community centres, pathology collection centres, general practice services and dialysis satellite centres. We continue to be at the forefront of care for Victoria’s most in-need communities. 

Employing more than 7,000 staff and with over 880 beds in daily use, the core aim of SVHM is to improve the patient experience through better access, superior outcomes and a more efficient and responsive health service. 

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