Head of People and Culture

Job Description

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of People and Culture to lead our organisation’s human resources and culture initiatives. The role covers the full employment lifecycle, including recruitment, development, performance, and well-being. While actively fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement human resources strategies that align with the organisation’s goals and objectives
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process, including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring candidates
• Develop and implement training and development programs, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Manage and provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related issues
• Provide strategic HR advice and operational support across the employee lifecycle
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes aligned with PLC’s values and child-safe standards
• Oversee remuneration reviews, compliance, and policy development and implementation
• Drive the implementation and optimisation of the Employment Hero HRIS
• Support workforce planning, reporting, and organisational development initiatives
• Lead and coordinate all aspects of Enterprise Agreement negotiations with support from Senior Management
• Ensure compliance with all employment laws and regulations

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in human resources
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Experience with Employment Hero would be an advantage.
• Experience in a school environment is desirable

Personal qualities:

At PLC, our people inspire trust, are inclusive, and continuously strive to improve. The right candidate for this role will:

• Be respectful and kind, listening generously and engaging with others in a spirit of care and professionalism.
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity, maintaining openness, reliability, and accountability in all interactions.
• Be empathetic and inclusive, valuing diverse perspectives and showing compassion in decision-making.
• Be an active team member, contributing positively to a collegial environment built on mutual support and shared purpose
• Bring a collaborative mindset, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Be willing to grow, embracing feedback, reflection, and continuous learning as part of their professional journey.

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