Better and fairer care. Always.
Convenient six-month fixed term contract opportunity.
Partner with St Vincent’s leadership team as a true trusted advisor in all matters People and Culture
Better and fairer care. Always.
St Vincent's has been a leader in Australia's health and aged care landscape for more than 165 years. Since our founders, the Sisters of Charity, opened our first hospital in 1857, our services and people have been behind some of Australia's most important medical breakthroughs. We are a microcosm of our Australia’s health and aged care system and are uniquely positioned to lead and respond to our rapidly changing environment.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a special kind of person - a St Vincent’s kind of person. Someone who puts compassion, connection and caring for other people at the heart of everything they do.
Reporting to the Head of People Partnering, St Vincent’s is seeking to appoint a passionate and motivated Senior People Partner, delivering outstanding customer service to senior leadership, managers and employees at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM), located on the home of the Wurundjeri people.
Partnering with the business, this role provides specialist People &Culture advice, support and guidance on the effective execution of people processes including workforce planning and change, talent and performance management and to influence the overall culture and performance of the organisation.
‘Our People Partnering team is a welcoming team, a great place to grow your skills and are true trusted advisors to the business. We support our own to grow their careers, which has created this great opportunity to join our team. Our work is
dynamic and rewarding – you’ll feel really connected to the mission of the organisation through your work.’
Paula Parry, Head of People Partnering SVHM
Key Responsibilities
Primary day to day accountabilities for this Senior appointment includes:
Provide professional human resource services that is consistent with St Vincent’s people and culture strategy
Act as expert advisor to the business in the application of P&C/HR policies and procedures in compliance with awards, agreements, accreditation standards and legislation
Collaborate with the People & Culture Employee Experience team, facilitating delivery and implementation of P&C programs such as the Staff Engagement Survey and local Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives
Engage and broker services from the broader People & Culture team to ensure a positive employee experience
Drive a people and performance-focused culture by providing accurate, relevant advice and guidance in all aspects of People & Culture including Employee/Industrial Relations and Organisational Development
Advise and assist with employee relations matters including supporting managers with performance and conduct matters, management of grievances and complaints, and undertaking investigations
This is an exciting time to join St Vincent’s with an increased focus on research capability and our commitment to cutting-edge medical innovation and person-centred care, both within the hospital and at home.
Selection Criteria
Key to success in the role will be a collaborative inter-professional approach, committed to elevating team capabilities, ultimately supporting St Vincent’s mission to deliver the highest calibre of patient-centred healthcare outcomes.
When formalising your application, please consider the following experience and capability requirements:
Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related field
Clearly demonstrable personal effectiveness in delivering outcomes and founded on an innovation and improvement mindset
Demonstrated People & Culture partnering experience in a complex work environment
An ability to engage and influence stakeholders effectively, building consensus where required
Driving results through effective communication to team and stakeholders alike
A commitment to professional development, with a strong understanding of contemporary People & Culture practices
Whilst not essential, experience in a dynamic healthcare environment or other people centric industry sector would be highly regarded.
Because you’re like us, you believe in our vision that every person, whoever and wherever they are, is served with excellent and compassionate care, by a better and fairer health and aged care system. Better for all our employees and volunteers, who work tirelessly to provide the highest levels of care and quality of life for our patients and clients. And better support for the local communities we play an important role in and continue to support.
Pre-Employment Checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal Opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
How To Apply
Please submit your application via the Apply Now button, including your resume and cover letter. The closing date for applications is Sunday 29th March.
For further enquiries please contact Warren Tewkesbury (Talent Transformation Lead) via warren.tewkesbury@svha.org.au or email TalentHealthVIC@svha.org.au.
Respectfully, no recruitment agencies.
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan