Job No: USU6024
Location: Camperdown, Sydney, NSW
Best of both worlds - HR Partnering & WHS
Work with a supportive & collaborative team
Generous leave provisions & work-life balance

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced business partner to lean on their P&C generalist skills, and lean into their passion for WHS.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced People & Culture Business Partner with a strong focus on Work Health & Safety (WHS) to join our team. In this critical role, you will drive P&C initiatives and ensure WHS compliance across the University of Sydney Union (USU).

You will partner with departments to promote employee engagement, foster a safe and positive workplace culture, and support key P&C and safety objectives. If you are passionate about creating a thriving work environment, enjoy being strategic but also being hand on, we want to hear from you!

WHO WE ARE

The University of Sydney Union (USU) is Australia's largest and most vibrant student-led organisation, dedicated to enhancing the student experience. We provide a wide range of services, events, and programs for students, including over 200 student clubs, major festivals, leadership opportunities, and more. As a not-for-profit, all our income is reinvested into the university community, making us a cornerstone of student life at the University of Sydney.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
Partner with stakeholders across the Operations department to deliver effective P&C services.
Build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and provide strategic P&C support.
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process and ensure onboarding best practices.
Lead WHS initiatives, ensuring compliance with legislation and fostering a culture of safety.
Support the development and implementation of WHS policies and procedures.
Provide advice on employee relations, workforce planning, and performance management.
Take a coaching approach to enable line managers to excel in their responsibilities for all aspects of people management.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Relevant degree qualifications in Human Resources, WH&S, Psychology or related field.
6+ years’ experience in a similar role with demonstrated capacity to undertake a comprehensive range of HR generalist functions and effectively manage stakeholders.
Previous experience in driving the creation and maintenance of a strong safety culture, including maintaining a WH&S management system.
Previous experience in developing WHS procedures and completing risk assessments.
Ability to and experience in understanding and interpreting industrial instruments.
Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with issues in a confidential and sensitive nature.
Ability to establish trust and build strong relationships and work collaboratively.
The ability to work effectively with varying levels of workload and manage multiple priorities
Ability to work unsupervised, exercise initiative and articulate issues
Positive energy and ‘can do’ attitude and a team player.
A self-starter who is adaptable and open to change.

HOURS OF WORK

This is a Permanent Full Time position, 35 hours per week.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

Friday, 13 December 2024

BENEFITS
Meal card for food and beverage - $15 per day
17.5% annual leave loading
12% superannuation
A complimentary USU Rewards membership giving discounts on and off campus
Generous paid leave entitlements including 3 days of life leave and 5 extra paid days off per year
Work from home, 1 day per week
Commitment to ongoing learning & development

Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping a positive and safe environment for students and staff at the University of Sydney Union!

HOW TO APPLY

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ABOUT THE USU

Founded in 1874, the USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience.

Led by a student board elected by our members, the USU provides fun things on campus, such as festivals, events and parties. We also run an amazing array of programs, including an active volunteering program and a Language Exchange Program, to name a few. In addition, we support over 200 Clubs and Societies as well as operate bars, food and retail outlets across campus, providing great coffee, fresh affordable food, graduation gown hire and official USYD merchandise.

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aims to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

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