Rochester and Elmore District Health Service'Caring For Our Community'Director People and CultureFixed term leave cover up to 24 April 2026As a member of the Executive team and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director People and Culture ensures effective, contemporary systems and processes for the management of the organisation's Human Resources including Industrial Relations, Occupational Health and Safety, Workcover, Emergency planning, Volunteers coordination and Customer Service team.High level prioritisation, positive engagement and effective negotiation skills, as well the ability to exercise discretion, provide expert advice and appropriate conflict resolution and grievance management are core attributes necessary to carry out the role successfully.The position will provide leave cover up to 24 April 2026, enjoying the new facilities refurbished after the 2022 floods and supporting the rebuild of REDHS organisational capacity and capability to meet the growing healthcare needs of its community.Full time engagement is preferred, although part time and/or other flexible arrangements could be considered.Successful applicants will have:Significant experience in senior HR management role – preferably in the health sector.The ability to exercise discretion, initiative and sound judgement.Experience operating in a sensitive and complex environment of competing demands.High level prioritisation/time management skills.You will be required to have or obtain all of the following:Complete the Employment Application formComplete your application on Seek including uploading resume and cover letter including selection criteria if applicableAbout REDHSRochester and Elmore District Health Service (REDHS) is situated in Rochester which is the gateway to the mighty Murray River region and close to the regional centres of Echuca, Bendigo and Shepparton.We are an integrated rural health service, providing a broad range of acute, residential aged care, preventative and primary health programs to a population of approximately 8,600 people in the Campaspe and Bendigo Shires.We enjoy a strong relationship with our community and we are focused on delivering services that meet their needs.Following the flood in October 2022, we commenced an extensive rebuild of our facility which was completed in January 2025.Why do our staff like working for us?When you join REDHS you are more than just a number, you are valued at REDHS and are part of our caring journey for our community.At REDHS we provide a safe well-resourced environment that enables our staff to focus on providing great care.Our workplace culture is inclusive and diverse and is centred around team connectedness, the provision of safe-quality care, developing our workforce and supporting their well-being.What are the benefits for you?We offer competitive rates of pay.You will have access to generous salary packaging options which means you pay less tax and keep more of your pay.There are many learning and development opportunities on offer including an onsite educator and access to study leave.You will achieve a better work/life balance through flexible work practices including the option to purchase additional annual leave.We have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program that extends to your immediate family.You will have free use of our onsite gymnasium.To keep our residents and clients safe, applicants must be willing to provide a current Police Check, Working with Children Check and a current influenza vaccination.All REDHS employees need the ability to clock on and off for shifts using a mobile phone App.REDHS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
REDHS recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.How do your skills match this job?
Your application will include the following questions:How many years' experience do you have in Human Resources (HR)?How many years' experience do you have as a People and Culture Director?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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