If youre a proactive and people-focused HR professional eager to play a key role in driving a positive workplace culture support organisational change and foster employee growth wed love to hear from you! This role will give you the opportunity to evolve your skillset and influence positive change.

Make a difference in your community every day

At Centacare we believe that every day brings an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Imagine the satisfaction of seeing the difference you make in your clients lives. Thats the experience you will have when you come to work at Centacare.

Our Mission: Action for Impact

Were committed to empowering every person we serve to reach their full potential and lead fulfilling lives. As a key member of our People & Culture team youll help bring this mission to lifecreating a workplace where people feel valued supported and inspired.

Your role as a People & Culture Business Partner

As a trusted advisor youll work closely with People and Culture Manager leaders and employees to shape a thriving workplace culture.

Youll have the opportunity to:

• Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Support change management workforce planning and talent development initiatives
• Champion diversity inclusion and employee well-being programs
• Support workplace health and safety (WHS) initiatives by providing education on compliance and promoting a safe work environment.
• Manage workplace injuries and return-to-work processes in collaboration with management and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation policies and best practices
• Drive engagement strategies that align with organisational goals.

About Centacare

Since 2001 Centacare a Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale has been a vital part of the local community. We provide a wide range of social welfare services to support individuals families and the broader community. As a Catholic agency we welcome everyone regardless of religion circumstance ethnicity economic situation age gender or ability.

Our values Dignity Solidarity Subsidiarity Common Good - are the foundation of our work and shape the way we consistently deliver our programs.

Why join us

We are committed to the organisations growth out team members well-being. Heres what you can look forward to:

• Tax-free salary packaging - up to $18500 for general living and entertainment expenses increasing your take-home pay.
• Support Growth & Transformation Work in a dynamic environment undergoing positive change where you can drive meaningful HR and workplace initiatives.
• Flexible & Inclusive Workplace Join a supportive team that values collaboration innovation and professional development.

What youll bring

• HR Expertise Demonstrated experience in HR roles with exposure to strategic and operational initiatives.
• Employment Law & Compliance Strong knowledge of employment law WHS standards and HR best practices.
• Communication & Relationship Management Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to ensure you can engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Emotional Intelligence & Confidentiality High emotional intelligence and discretion when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Qualifications & Experience Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field or a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.

Join us

If youre a proactive people-focused HR professional ready to make a meaningful impact wed love to hear from you!

How to Apply

To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience qualifications and interest in the position.

Applications close at 4:00 PM on Friday 17th October 2025. However this is a rolling recruitment and therefore interviews will be scheduled as applications are received so dont waitAPPLY TODAY!

If you would like to discuss this role please contact the P&C Team onor email

Centacare is an EEO employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Centacare has clear standards of conduct in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults. To uphold these standards all individuals who will have direct and ongoing contact with children young people or adults-at-risk are required to undergo employment screening checks inclusive of a Working with Children Check National Criminal History Check and/or a National Disability Worker Screening Check.