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Lutheran Aged Care (LAC) Albury invites applications for a Human Resources Officer to support the HR Manager in administering WHS, workers’ compensation, recruitment, and employment conditions across our facilities. The role focuses on compliance with Fair Work Act, NSWNMA and HSU NSW Enterprise Agreement, and engagement of volunteers for Wellness and Engagement teams.
Based at the Pemberton View Office in Albury, you will help develop HR systems, monitor indicators, prepare reports for senior
Position Title Human Resources Officer
Location Pemberton View Office, 10 Somerset Drive Albury
Status Full Time
Industrial Instruments The Lutheran Aged Care, NSWNMA and HSU NSW Enterprise Agreement 2023 (as amended) Reporting to Human Resources Manager Last Reviewed October 2026
Lutheran Aged Care (LAC) Albury is a significant service organisation providing a range of aged care services across a number of facilities and the community, designed to meet customer needs. LAC is an independently run, Not for Profit Company primarily funded by the Commonwealth. The organisation has a business structure incorporating the Lutheran Church of Australia (NSW district), the Board of Governance and Chief Executive Officer. The services that are part of this structure are Dellacourt Residential Aged Care facility, Yallaroo Residential Aged Care facility, Home Care Services, Emily Gardens Residential Aged Care facility, Nicholson Park and Pemberton View Independent Living Villages, Administration & Support Services (including pastoral care and volunteer coordination). LAC employs approximately 350 staff (including casuals) comprising nursing, personal care, maintenance, management and administrative staff.
In conjunction with the HR Manager, the Human Resources Officer (HRO) position is responsible for administering and reviewing activities associated with human resources including Work Health and Safety, Worker’s Compensation, HR compliance reporting, recruitment and selection, supporting structures and conditions of employment, remuneration and benefits. The role consults with all but ensures compliance with and advises managers on statutory obligations (i.e. awards legislation, Fair Work Act, NSWNMA and HSU NSW Enterprise Agreement and community expectations. The HRO is also responsible for the recruitment and engagement of appropriate volunteers to support our residential Wellness and Engagement (Lifestyle) teams.
Contribute to organisational communications in regard to HR information. Develop effective regular communication with the relevant unions and Industry Peak bodies in regard to industrial advice. In conjunction with the HR Manager, obtain data from outside sources as directed/required for reports and presentations. Liaise with the senior management team and other managers. Utilise recognised communication tools within the organisation.
In conjunction with the HR Manager, provide advice to management on electronic HR systems opportunities for improvement as relevant. Deliver HR transactional services that support the functional area’s operations and meets the needs of multiple stakeholders. Ensure current knowledge of computer and other systems used in the organisation. Particularly those utilised as prime communication tools.
In conjunction with the HR Manager, provide assistance and support to the senior management team. Provide assistance and support to other managers and team members as identified.
In addition to responsibilities to work within established WHS frameworks and injury management, the following generic responsibilities apply to the role for WHS: Ensure the work health and safety of all staff, contractors, visitors and clients in the delivery of care services. Regularly review and monitor systems of work for best practice in work health and safety. Take reasonable care for your own WHS ensuring that actions or omissions do not adversely affect the WHS of others in the workplace. Understand the operations and general hazards / risks in the workplace and monitor performance regarding incidents, hazards and risks. Ensure mechanisms exist for consultation with staff regarding WHS issues. Consult with staff and take into account their opinions prior to making a WHS related decision. Participate in the Budget process to allocate appropriate resources to eliminate / minimise risks. Lead by example and provide visible commitment to WHS and procedures. Contribute to the ongoing development of LAC’s WHS procedures. Participate in the development of formal Disaster and Emergency Management plans. Manage and respond to disasters and emergencies to ensure the WHS of everyone. Monitor staff compliance and attend specific WHS meetings, training sessions and related events as required. Ensure that staff work within their capacity, experience and training. In conjunction with the HR Manager, conduct incident investigations, record findings and make recommendations for improvement/action. Control the work environment and take immediate action to rectify any unsafe situations or acts. Consult, cooperate and coordinate activities with service providers as appropriate. Liaise with WorkCover inspectors, union representatives, insurers and external return-to-work coordinators as required/instructed. Immediately advise the Human Resources Manager of staff injuries, serious incidents and other incidents. Support injured staff working under return-to-work programs. Maintain equipment safety through recognised maintenance systems.
In conjunction with the HR Manager, participate in the quality management program of the organisation; comply with audit requirements and participate in audits as directed. Demonstrated commitment to Lutheran Aged Care Mission, Philosophies and Values. In conjunction with the Residential Care Facilities, coordinate recruitment and engagement of appropriate volunteers to support the Wellness and Engagement (Lifestyle) team, which in turn, will seek to maintain or improve the quality of life outcomes and capacity of residents to maintain or improve their (the resident’s) level of independence and engagement.
McKoy Street, Wodonga
Full Time Ongoing
Permanent
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