Human Resources Manager

Thomas More College; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas More College (Australia) is seeking an experienced HR leader to guide workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations and compliance across the College. Reporting to the Business Manager and collaborating with the Principal and leadership team, this role requires strategic and operational expertise and a commitment to staff wellbeing.

You will oversee end-to-end HR services, manage Enterprise Agreement matters, support staff development, and foster a positive culture within the

Qualifications

• Qualified HR professional with strategic and operational experience.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and enterprise agreements.
• Experience in education sector is highly regarded.
• Strong communication and confidentiality.
• Ability to lead change and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR across the College ensuring compliance with legislation, policies and EA requirements.
• Provide strategic and operational HR advice to Principal, Business Manager and staff.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, contracts and induction.
• Support performance management, employee relations and disciplinary matters.
• Advise on industrial relations and EA provisions; interpret employment law.
• Coordinate staff development and wellbeing programs through College team.
• Maintain accurate HR records and reporting, ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee relations

Recruitment

Industrial relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Reporting to the Business Manager and working closely with the Principal and leadership team, this pivotal role provides expert advice and leadership across workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations, industrial relations, performance management, staff wellbeing, professional development, compliance, and workplace health and safety.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly capable HR professional who is passionate about supporting staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and contributing to the success of a thriving Catholic school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all human resources functions across the College, ensuring best practice and compliance with relevant legislation, policies and Enterprise Agreement requirements.
• Provide strategic and operational HR advice to the Principal, Business Manager, leaders and staff on employment and people matters.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding activities, including advertising, selection processes, employment contracts and induction programs.
• Partner with leaders to address performance management, employee relations, disciplinary matters and organisational change initiatives.
• Provide expert industrial relations advice and interpretation of Enterprise Agreement provisions and employment legislation.
• Coordinate professional review processes and support staff development and learning initiatives.
• Lead workforce planning, staff engagement and wellbeing programs through the College Staffing and Culture Team.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR reporting, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the WHS, Risk and Compliance Officer to support workplace safety, training and risk management initiatives.
• Supervise and support the Human Resources Officer and work collaboratively across all areas of the College.

About You

You are an experienced human resource professional with strong generalist expertise and the ability to manage complex people matters with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Qualifications in Human Resources (or a related discipline) and/or significant experience in a comparable senior HR role.
• Demonstrated experience delivering both strategic and operational human resource services.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations and contemporary HR practices.
• Experience working with enterprise agreements and unions; experience within an education environment will be highly regarded.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead change, influence stakeholders and support positive organisational outcomes.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality

Why Us

Thomas More College is a welcoming and inclusive community where staff are encouraged to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.

We offer:

• A leadership role with the opportunity to influence people, culture and organisational success.
• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
• The opportunity to work alongside dedicated educators and professionals committed to excellence in education and wellbeing.

Applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, the required clearances and certifications, including a Working With Children Check, Catholic Archdiocese of Adelaide Clearance, RRHAN-EC certification and First Aid qualifications.