Lead the people function for one of Lake Macquarie's most recognised community organisations.
About the Opportunity
Established in ****, Belmont 16ft Sailing Club is one of the Hunter Region's largest clubs and the leading 16ft Skiff sailing club in Australia. Located on the shores of Belmont Bay, the Club is a major destination for dining, entertainment, events and sailing, and has been part of the Lake Macquarie community for more than 100 years.
With a diverse workforce across hospitality, catering, gaming, administration and sailing operations, the Club is also one of the largest employers in the Lake Macquarie region. Our connection to the community extends well beyond our facilities, with significant financial and in‐kind support provided to local schools, sporting organisations, charities, community groups and sustainability initiatives.
The Role
This is not an HR role that operates from the sidelines. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and leading two HR Support, you will have the opportunity to know our people, understand our business and have a genuine impact on the employee experience.
For the right person, this is an opportunity to lead an established HR function, contribute directly to organisational strategy and culture, and work in a role where relationships, visibility and understanding the people behind the business genuinely matter
As Human Resources Manager, you will lead the Club's HR function across:
Employee relations, workplace investigations, grievances, performance management, and disciplinary matters
Recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, succession, and talent development
Learning and development and leadership capability
Organisational culture, employee engagement, recognition, and wellbeing initiatives
Enterprise Agreement interpretation, industrial relations, and employment conditions
Rostering and payroll oversight
Work Health & Safety, workers compensation, injury management and return to work
Psychosocial safety and workplace wellbeing
HR systems, employee records, reporting, and digital HR processes
Employment policies, procedures, contracts, and workforce governance
Organisational change, restructures, and workforce consultation
Employer-sponsored visa processes and workforce pathways
Apprentice development and partnerships with training, employment, and community organisations
Leverage AI, automation and contemporary HR technologies to improve efficiency, decision‐making, employee experience and HR service delivery
A significant part of your role will be building strong relationships across the Club and developing a genuine understanding of our people and operations.




You will provide trusted HR advice and coaching to leaders while remaining accessible and connected to employees across the organisation.
About You
We are looking for an experienced HR professional who understands that effective Human Resources starts with understanding the people and the business.
This role will suit someone who enjoys being visible across the organisation, building genuine relationships and taking the time to understand how different departments operate, the pressures they face and what their people need to succeed.
Strong technical HR capability is important, but so is the ability to apply that knowledge in a practical, fair, and people‐focused way. The successful person will be approachable, credible, and confident, with the judgement to provide clear advice, challenge when necessary and manage difficult or sensitive matters professionally.
You will ideally bring:
Minimum five years' broad generalist HR experience, preferably within an operational, frontline, or similarly complex workforce environment
Relevant qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Management or a related discipline, or substantial equivalent practical experience
Demonstrated experience across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, learning and development, compliance and employee engagement
Strong practical knowledge of Australian employment legislation, industrial relations, Enterprise Agreements, employment conditions, and contemporary HR practice
Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations matters, including grievances, workplace investigations, disciplinary processes and performance management, and coaching leaders through people and workforce matters
Experience in workforce planning, succession planning, recruitment strategy, and talent development, including apprenticeship pathways and working with TAFE, apprenticeship providers and operational leaders
Experience coordinating employer-sponsored visa processes, including Subclass 482 and 186 pathways, work‐rights requirements, and liaison with immigration advisers
Solid understanding of WHS, workers compensation, return to work and psychosocial risk management
Payroll capability, including ensuring the accurate application of Enterprise Agreements, employment conditions, allowances,



penalties, and entitlements
Experience with HR systems, digital processes, workforce reporting, and data analysis
Strong communication and influencing skills, with sound judgement, confidentiality, organisation, and the ability to build credibility at all levels
Ability to balance strategic priorities with practical, hands‐on HR delivery
A valid NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) and Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG) competency, or willingness to obtain both
Experience with employer-sponsored visas, apprenticeships, payroll oversight and hospitality or similarly operational workforces would be highly regarded.
Why Join Us?
At Belmont 16ft Sailing Club, we offer more than just a great salary. Through Legacy, our crew experience and culture framework, we invest in our people and bring together wellbeing and perks, rewards and recognition, learning and development, safety, respect and inclusion, Care Crew, and employee involvement. Legacy is built around our RECC values – Represent, Engage, Connect and Care.
As part of our team, you can enjoy:
Competitive salary package
Modern, recently refurbished offices and Club facilities in a stunning waterfront location on Belmont Bay
Free onsite parking
The ability for eligible permanent crew to cash out accumulated annual and personal leave, subject to applicable conditions and Club policy
Discounted meals while at work
Complimentary barista‐made coffee and hot drinks
Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
Ongoing learning, development, and leadership opportunities
A workplace with an active focus on safety, respect, inclusion, and employee wellbeing
A broad, engaging and rewarding role where you can make a genuine contribution to the organisation
Plus, much more!
Our Legacy framework provides a range of additional benefits, recognition initiatives, wellbeing programs and development opportunities designed to support, develop, recognise, and connect our people.
Ready to Join Us?
If you are an experienced HR professional who values relationships, understands the importance of knowing your workforce and enjoys being both strategic and hands‐on, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and specifically addressing the key requirements listed in the 'About You' section above.
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