Human Resources Business Partner

Join an organisation with a clear purpose to provide affordable housing for all.

Permanent full-time or potential part-time options with hybrid working arrangements.

Base salary super NFP packaging benefits.

HousingFirst is an award-winning independent not-for-profit organisation providing social and affordable community housing for people on low to moderate incomes. We draw on 30 years of financial design construction and project management experience to create some of Melbournes most attractive and liveable developments. Our services are particularly targeted to people who are disadvantaged experiencing housing stress or at risk of homelessness.

What makes HousingFirst unique is its locally based approach to housing management with an emphasis on building local communities that are welcoming socially inclusive and great places to live.

We have recently entered an exciting new phase and have an opportunity for a Human Resources Business partner to join our team.

Reporting to the Chief People Officer this role is responsible for supporting our People and Culture function through the administration of our human resource services policies and programs to meet both organisational and employee needs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Oversee the end-to-end process from advertising to appointment
• Organise induction process and provide HR induction
• Administer the probationary review process

HR Administration

• Assist with the development maintenance and execution of all People and Culture documentation e.g. Org chats employment contracts PDs policies and procedures etc.
• Oversee effective HR and payroll administration through the HRIS

Performance Management

• Supporting performance management and continuous improvement

Training and Development

• Assist with the identification of training needs & source appropriate training and development courses as required.
• Assist with development and ongoing management of training calendar/ plans.

Compliance and Reporting

• Maintain up to date records of all HR related activities.
• Assist with HR reporting T/O absenteeism etc.
• Provide advice to staff on HR responsibilities/requirements as required.
• Assist with WH&S management and reporting

The successful candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related discipline and/or previous experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of Australian employment legislation (preferable)
• Knowledge and experience of working with HRIS (preferably Employment Hero)
• Able to liaise and communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation
• Well- developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality professionalism
• Organised and attentive to detail
• Self-starter

Our workplace is characterised by the values of integrity respect inclusiveness collaboration and accountability. We offer attractive remuneration salary packaging and flexible working conditions.

To be considered for this opportunity you must have Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency Status. A National Police Check will also be required for the preferred candidate.

To apply please provide your resume and a cover letter outlining how you meet these requirements by clicking on the Apply tab or email