Human Resources Manager

Youmanity; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DVPC on the Gold Coast is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and deliver its strategic and operational HR functions. As a member of the Management Team, you will strengthen DVPC's people practices, workforce capability and organisational culture in a not-for-profit setting.

This hands-on role covers policy development, employee relations, recruitment, payroll oversight and compliance with the SCHADS Award and Australian employment legislation, with a focus on building an

Qualifications

• Senior HR or HR management experience.
• Strong knowledge of SCHADS Award and Australian employment law.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies.
• Ability to improve HR systems and governance.
• Payroll oversight experience.
• Not-for-profit or community services sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of HR strategies, policies and initiatives aligned with organisational priorities.
• Provide practical advice on employee relations, performance management and employment legislation.
• Oversee recruitment, workforce planning and initiatives to attract, develop and retain employees.
• Strengthen HR systems, processes and governance frameworks including payroll oversight.
• Ensure compliance with SCHADS Award, WHS and organisational policies.
• Support leadership capability, employee development and organisational change initiatives.
• Champion a positive, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace culture.

Skills

HR management

Employee relations

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

HR/Business degree

Job description

About DVPC

Established in 1992, the Domestic Violence Prevention Centre (DVPC) is a respected, specialist community organisation dedicated to ending gender-based violence and supporting those impacted by violence and abuse across the Gold Coast.

Guided by a feminist, trauma informed and child-centred lens, DVPC supports women, children, young people and older people experiencing violence and abuse, while working with men who use violence, to promote accountability and change.

With strong grassroots foundations and a commitment to creating lasting systemic change, DVPC provides specialist services, advocacy and prevention initiatives that promote safety, accountability and hope.

Guided by the values of Safety, Respect, Inclusivity and Accountability, DVPC is committed to creating a workplace where its people feel supported, valued and empowered to make a difference.

The opportunity

DVPC is seeking an experienced and proactive Human Resources Manager to lead and deliver its strategic and operational HR functions.

As a member of the Management Team, you will play an important role in strengthening DVPC's people practices, workforce capability, and organisational culture.

This is a broad, hands‑on HR role offering the opportunity to influence organisational effectiveness while ensuring the systems, policies and practices that support DVPC's workforce are contemporary, compliant and fit for purpose.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies and initiatives aligned with DVPC's organisational priorities.
• Provide practical and informed advice on employee relations, performance management, workplace matters and employment legislation.
• Oversee recruitment, workforce planning and initiatives to attract, develop and retain employees.
• Strengthen HR systems, processes and governance frameworks, including oversight of payroll processes and HR information management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation, the SCHADS Award, workplace health and safety requirements and organisational policies.
• Support leadership capability, employee development and organisational change initiatives.
• Champion a positive, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace culture that reflects DVPC's values.

About you

You are an experienced HR professional who brings sound judgement, strong technical knowledge and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Comfortable working across both strategic and operational HR matters, you enjoy partnering with managers, improving systems and processes, and building trusted relationships across an organisation.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in a senior HR or HR management role.
• Strong knowledge of the SCHADS Award, Australian employment legislation, industrial instruments and workplace relations.
• Experience managing complex employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement.
• The ability to develop and implement HR policies, systems and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability and compliance.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine commitment to building an inclusive, supportive and values-driven workplace.

Experience in the domestic and family violence, not-for-profit or community services sectors will be highly regarded.

Why join DVPC?

This is an opportunity to use your HR expertise in an organisation whose work makes a tangible difference to the lives of individuals, families and the broader community.

You will have the opportunity to shape and strengthen people practices, work alongside a committed team and contribute to an organisation with a clear sense of purpose.

Join an organisation committed to creating a future free from domestic and family violence.