Job Description
The purpose of the position is to manage a broad range of human resources and employment relations functions to ultimately strengthen human resource capability of Centacare and the diocese in delivering their mission.
It is assumed that the workload will be 70% Centacare and 30% diocesan.
Key responsibilities
Assist the Centacare Director and the Diocesan Finance Administrator in the recruitment, employment contract management, onboarding and offboarding processes through a HR Platform (Elmo)
In consultation with the Director and the DFA develop and implement strategies to improve the wellbeing, engagement, and retention of employees
Provide advice and case management on a wide range of human resources and employment relations matters including managing underperformance, ill and injured workers, investigations, workplace complaints, terminations, contracts, interpretation of legislation and industrial instruments, work health and safety, award coverage and general enquiries
Review and update position descriptions and key performance indicators for roles within the entities and benchmarking against similar positions within the sector
Keep up to date with new HR practices, caselaw, legislation, policies and procedures and ensure compliance
Audit existing employment contracts to ensure compliance with relevant industrial instruments and legislation
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and agencies to ensure compliance and implement improvement strategies




Consistently and accurately maintain employee records
Work closely with the other managers and the Director to achieve the objectives of the Centacare Strategic Plan
Undertake any duties or project required as directed by the Director or the DFA within the skills and competence of the Manager
About you
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in human resource management, business, or a related field with experience in human resource management
Understanding of the principles and practices of excellent human resources management
Understanding of the employment legislative framework, caselaw and precedents
Knowledge of general payroll practices, procedures, operations, and legislation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to draft documents, undertake research, investigate issues and find solutions
Eligibility to work in Australia
Current Driver's Licence, Current Working with Children Check clearance, Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
About us
Centacare is the official professional social services agency of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Bathurst.
Centacare is a not-for-profit agency, a registered charity and carries Public Benevolent Institution status.
With Jesus Christ as inspiration and guide, Centacare provides qualified social services to empower communities, families, children, and individual adults to thrive.
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📌 Manager, Human Resources (Bathurst)
🏢 Centacare Bathurst
📍 Bathurst