Macarthur Disability Services (MDS) has been providing support to people with a disability, the frail aged and their carers for over 40 years. We actively promote the rights and aspirations of people with a disability to enrich lives and roles in the community through the provision of choice, opportunity and innovative service design.

We take great pride in what we do at MDS, and we work to foster for our employee’s a culture of Quality, Respect and Empowerment, in line with the MDS values.

MDS believes our mission purpose is dependent on the collective efforts of our diverse workforce. MDS aims to use a competency based management strategy for Human Resources practices and to develop motivated teams who are driven, skilled and trained.

MDS offers a rewarding career with:

• Flexible Work practices including work from home
• Salary packaging
• Safe and Supportive work place that recognises and rewards individual achievement

About the Opportunity

The HR - People and Capability Manager/Coordinator will report to the General Manager of People, Quality and Culture. The position will complete the functions of Human Resources and Return to Work, providing advice and assistance to management and staff on HR, RTW and employment related issues.

Key Responsibilities for this position include:

• Support MDS management in all facets of HR including management of recruitment / selection, performance management, employee relations and Return to Work functions
• Provide support to MDS leaders to effectively manage performance and to identify and implement workforce training requirements
• Contribute to the development and review of all HR processes
• Be an active participant on the MDS learning and development committee and assist in the development initiatives for business leaders in line with business and HR strategy
• Support internal Training as required
• Support MDS to ensure all workforce compliance requirements are met including those under the NDIS Commission for worker screening and required training.
• Supervision of the HR officer and Rostering Officer duties

The successful applicant will have:

• Tertiary qualification (Certificate 4 or above) in Business, Human Resources or a related discipline
• Solid generalist HR experience preferably within the not for profit/ community sector.
• Sound experience resolving complex and diverse employee relations matters
• Sound knowledge of workplace and employment related legislation and regulation, policy and practice
• Demonstrated high quality and comprehensive administrative skills
• Demonstrated personal integrity and ability to deal with sensitive / confidential issues with discretion
• Desirable: Training/experience coordinating return to work programs
• NSW Drivers licence
• NDIS Worker Clearance
• Working with Children Clearance
• Covid-19 Vaccination

Located in Campbelltown, this Position is Fixed Term due to a parental leave position 25/03/2024 - 20/12/2024 working Full time 76 hours per fortnight. This role is covered under the SCHADS Award as a Level 5/6 ($47.50 - $54.19 per hr) commensurate on experience of the candidate. Also offered is a 9 day fortnight, opportunity to work from home up to 2 days per week, salary packaging, flexible working hours, Laptop, Mobile and leave loading.

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Phone (02) 4621 8400 for further information.

Applications will not be considered unless application form is completed.

It is essential that all applicants have the right to work in Australia. They must also have a current NSW driver’s license and access to their own vehicle. Applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Clearance. MDS is an EEO Employer and a smoke free workplace.

MDS is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

A position description is attached.