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BruntWork is seeking an experienced HR & Recruitment Specialist to lead end-to-end recruitment and employment relations across NSW, VIC, and QLD in the Australian NDIS and healthcare sectors.
You will manage BrightHR, ensure compliance with SCHADS and NES, and draft employment agreements while supporting directors with HR advisory and lifecycle management. This is a remote, contractor role with international scope.
Our client is looking for an experienced HR & Recruitment Specialist to drive end-to-end recruitment and manage employment relations within the Australian NDIS and healthcare sector across three states (NSW, VIC, and QLD).
Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM AEST, with 30 minutes paid break (40 work hours per week)
End-to-End Recruitment & Talent Sourcing: Lead full-lifecycle recruitment across NSW, VIC, and QLD for healthcare and disability support roles by publishing job ads (SEEK, Indeed, LinkedIn), conducting competency screens, coordinating interviews, and completing reference and right-to-work checks.
NDIS Workforce Compliance & Credential Management: Maintain a 100% audit-ready register adhering to NDIS Practice Standards by tracking mandatory credentials (NDISWC, WWCC, Police Checks, AHPRA, First Aid/CPR, NDIS modules) and running a proactive 30–60 day expiry alert system to block non-compliant rostering.
BrightHR Systems Ownership & HR Automation: Manage BrightHR as superuser to maintain employee records, automate digital onboarding and contract signatures, roll out workflow automations to replace manual spreadsheets, and generate workforce and compliance reports for executives.
Employment Documentation & SCHADS Award Compliance: Draft Fair Work and NES-compliant employment agreements, managed personnel files across a multi-state workforce, and ensured accurate employee classifications, pay rates, allowances, and annual wage review updates under the SCHADS Award.
HR Advisory, Employee Relations & Lifecycle Management: Advise company directors on daily HR practices and employee relations, draft formal lifecycle correspondence (probation reviews, PIPs, show-cause notices, exit paperwork), and collaborate with external IR/legal specialists for complex disputes.
At least 5 years of dedicated HR Generalist, HR Operations, or Recruitment experience, ideally within an Australian organization.
Demonstrated, hands‑on knowledge of the Australian National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), disability care, or aged care sectors.
Solid practical understanding of Australian workplace laws, including the Fair Work Act 2009, National Employment Standards (NES), and the SCHADS Modern Award (2010).
Direct experience managing Australian compliance screening registers (NDIS Worker Screening Database, WWCC across NSW/VIC/QLD, and National Police Checks) and auditing under NDIS Quality & Safeguards standards.
Strong hands‑on experience using HRIS platforms (such as BrightHR, Employment Hero, BambooHR, or Deputy) for workflow automation and recordkeeping.
Proficiency in recruitment and workplace tools, including SEEK Employer / Talent Search, Indeed Employer, LinkedIn Recruiter / Social Sourcing Platforms, and Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) for spreadsheet analysis and workforce reporting.
Proven expertise in full‑cycle volume talent acquisition, employment contract and policy drafting, and HR recordkeeping precision.
Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, with the confidence, diplomacy, and assertiveness to liaise effectively with Australian management and candidates.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business, or a related discipline.
Direct prior experience using BrightHR specifically for digital employee onboarding, contract storage, and compliance registers.
Familiarity with community nursing requirements and the Nurses Award 2020.
Experience supporting an organization expanding its care operations across multiple Australian states.
Permanent work from home
Immediate hiring
Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations