For the love of People!
Do you have a passion for all things people? We are looking for you to bring your expertise and knowledge to help grow and shape our workforce of the future.
About the City of Burnie
With a population of approx. 20,000, Burnie is located on the North-West Coast of Tasmania and is a diverse and attractive city that celebrates its industrial past and embraces its creative future. Our past has given us the wisdom to help us develop our preferred future. Burnie has been a regional centre for education, health, retail, arts and culture and we want to enhance this role.
Burnie is positioned between the sparkling blue seas of Bass Strait and the bush and forests of the hinterland. The clean beaches form a central part of the Burnie coastal lifestyle and community groups work together to protect and care for flora and fauna that also call Burnie home.
The Role
We are seeking a seasoned generalist for the role Manager of People and Safety at Council to lead and deliver People and Safety initiatives that support a culture of excellence and empower employees across all levels.
Leading a small team of dedicated HR and Safety professionals and administrative staff, you will touch on all aspects of people practice of the People & Safety business unit including providing hands-on leadership, guidance, and mentorship to deliver contemporary HR and Safety services and practices in line with Council’s ‘People Strategy 2024 – 2028’.
The position will play a critical role, offering sound and pragmatic HR advice, coaching, and support to leaders and employees across the organisation. You will partner closely with Council’s Leaders to deliver people solutions, driving positive business outcomes through effective people management to support, grow and maintain a constructive and safe workplace culture.
About You
You will be adept at offering contemporary and sound HR advice, with expertise across areas such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and policy development.
With a high level of emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills, your strong interpersonal skills will allow you to build trust and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. You are a natural leader with previous experience managing teams, or a desire to develop your leadership capabilities. Having a genuine passion for helping people to reach their potential through capability, capacity and confidence will set you apart in this role.
For additional information, contact our People Services Coordinator for a chat, 03 6430 5818, or email people@burnie.tas.gov.au with your question.
Applications close Sunday 12 January 2025 with applicants asked to submit:
- Cover letter, providing a brief introduction and an outline of your interest and motivation in applying for the role,
- A 2-3 page statement summarising the ‘To Be Successful’ selection criteria as it relates to you; and
- Curriculum vitae outlining relevant work experience and qualifications.
Applications are to be emailed to applications@burnie.tas.gov.au.