Human Resources Manager

WASO Holdings Limited; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

West Australian Symphony Orchestra is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead people, culture and workplace strategy, working with the CEO and the executive team to shape the workforce and capability that underpin the organisation.

You will partner with the Executive Management Team to drive workforce planning, employee relations, performance development, recruitment, safety, culture and remuneration governance, delivering high-impact people initiatives in a dynamic arts environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior leadership role within complex workplaces.
• Extensive employee and industrial relations expertise including enterprise agreements.
• Knowledge of employment and workplace legislation.
• Experience coaching senior leaders and influencing organisational capability.
• Experience within the arts, not-for-profit or member-based sectors highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce planning and organisational development.
• Oversee employee and industrial relations, including enterprise agreements.
• Drive performance, capability development and talent management.
• Lead recruitment, remuneration oversight and payroll governance.
• Shape organisational culture, employee engagement and change leadership.
• Ensure policy, compliance and workforce governance.
• Coach executives and manage workplace investigations and grievances.

Job description

Lead people, culture and workplace strategy for Western Australia's State Orchestra.

Join the West Australian Symphony Orchestra as our Human Resources Manager and become the organisation's senior people and culture leader. Working directly with the CEO and Executive Management Team, you will help shape the workforce, culture and capability that underpin one of Western Australia's most respected cultural institutions.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your expertise in people leadership, employee and industrial relations, organisational culture and workforce strategy to make a meaningful contribution to the arts and wider Western Australian community.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Human Resources Manager is WASO's senior people and culture professional, principal adviser on workforce matters and a trusted strategic partner to the CEO and Executive Management Team.

You will partner closely with the Executive Management Team to lead and deliver:

• Workforce planning and organisational development
• Employee and industrial relations, including enterprise bargaining and agreement implementation
• Performance and capability development
• Recruitment and talent management
• Workplace health, safety and wellbeing
• Organisational culture, employee engagement and change leadership
• Payroll governance and remuneration oversight
• Policy, compliance and workforce governance

This is a highly visible role that combines strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery in a collaborative, values‑driven and purpose‑led environment.

About You

You are a credible and trusted leader who can confidently advise executives, navigate complex employee and industrial relations matters, and build organisational capability. You thrive in complex workplace environments, enjoy solving challenging people issues and are passionate about creating high‑performing and inclusive workplace cultures.

You bring:

• Significant experience in a senior leadership role
• Strong employee and industrial relations expertise
• Experience working within enterprise agreement environments
• Sound knowledge of employment and workplace legislation
• Experience coaching and influencing senior leaders
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills
• A collaborative and relationship‑focused approach
• Excellent communication, judgment and problem‑solving abilities
• Demonstrated capability managing workplace investigations, grievance resolution and performance matters
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience within the arts, not-for-profit or member‑based sectors will be highly regarded.

Why Join WASO?

In addition to joining one of Australia's leading arts organisations, you will enjoy:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to Western Australia's cultural life
• The opportunity to work alongside internationally recognised musicians and arts professionals.
• Complimentary or discounted access to many WASO performances
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Employee Assistance Program access
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccinations and hearing assessments
• Perth CBD location

Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to contribute to an organisation whose impact extends well beyond the workplace. As part of WASO, you will help enable extraordinary musical experiences that enrich Western Australia's cultural life, knowing your work supports an institution valued by audiences, artists and communities across the State.

About WASO

For almost a century, WASO has brought world‑class musical experiences to West Australians.

As the State Orchestra and the largest employer of performing artists in Western Australia, we connect with more than two million people each year through performances, education programs and community engagement initiatives.

We are passionate about creating exceptional experiences through music while fostering a workplace culture built on excellence, passion and teamwork.

Through collaboration, creativity and innovation, we connect communities, inspire future generations and enrich the cultural life of WA.

Why This Role Matters

As WASO's senior HR professional, you will play a critical role in shaping the employee experience, supporting organisational performance and ensuring we continue to attract, develop and retain exceptional people. Your leadership will directly influence the long‑term sustainability, culture and success of Western Australia's State Orchestra.

WASO is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages, identities and experiences.

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