Human Resources Manager

Job No: 158040
Location: Alice Springs

  • Work for & with a community-oriented council in the phenomenal red centre!
  • Enjoy incredible views from Alice Springs’ tallest building!
  • Attractive remuneration circa $116,000 - $136,000 + 13.5% super + subsidised accomodation & negotiable relocation assistance + 5 weeks annual leave PLUS additional week over Christmas!
  • Flexible working arrangements available 

Connecting Communities to Opportunities

The Central Land Council (CLC) is the Commonwealth Government statutory authority for the southern half of the Northern Territory - covering an area of almost 770,000 square kilometres. We consist of 90 elected Aboriginal representatives from the communities within CLC's nine regions and an additional 260 staff, approximately half of whom are Aboriginal.

An invaluable part of fortifying our progress is our internal Human Resource Management. We now have a rare opportunity for a dedicated Human Resources Manager to join the Central Land Council team. This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a devoted organisation advocating for the rights of Aboriginal people across Central Australia. We help traditional landowners manage their land and make the most of its possibilities. 

For more information on The Central Land Council, you can visit our website here

Benefits

How we’ll make your life easier:

  • Attractive remuneration circa $116,000 - $136,000 + 13.5% super + generous salary packaging; 
  • Additional district allowances;
  • Subsidised accomodation + negotiable relocation assistance;
  • Flexible work options after 6 months successful probation;
  • Travel allowance;
  • Ongoing professional learning and development and;
  • 5 weeks annual leave PLUS additional week over Christmas! 

About the Opportunity

In consultation with the General Manager, your primary responsibility as Human Resources Manager will be to strategically guide and lead development in all human resource management facets. This role is busy and varied - no two days are the same - meaning adaptability and flexibility will see you successfully navigate this role. Additionally, you will be liaising with people of all walks of life, so it is essential you approach all cases equitably and with discretion. 

You will develop rapports with our internal and external members; many whom are Aboriginal Australians. As such, we value strength, determination, and resilience, and we need a leader who can uphold our values with integrity, optimism.

You will have abundant time to adapt with comprehensive training and immersion before our existing Human Resources Manager retires later this year. A commitment to learning and respectful awareness of Aboriginal communities will help you transition smoothly into this position. 

How you’ll help:

1. Supervise, plan, and coordinate the performance of HR staff in accordance with organisational objectives.

2. Effectively and punctually conduct HR functions including:

  • Recruitment;
  • Managing staff performance + learning and development;
  • Keeping informed and informing staff of industrial relations updates;
  • Enterprise Agreement management and bargaining;
  • Payroll processing and employee entitlements;
  • Personnel matters, grievances, injury management, worker’s compensation; and
  • Workplace health and safety 

About You

Your resilience and determination to see our communities succeed will help you navigate all responsibilities. As Human Resources Manager, you will pursue this variety of responsibilities with robust emotional intelligence. Your ability to seperate work from life will see you thrive in this role - making a true difference. 

You will enhance our team with:

  • Experience in/around Aboriginal communities &/or Aboriginal Land Rights legislation;
  • Strong analytical skills, adaptability, and flexibility to approach all relationships and projects with tact
  • Tertiary qualifications in Business Management, Human Resources, or similar. Whilst an MBA is highly desirable, it is not essential;  
  • Demonstrable supervisory experience;
  • An unrestricted Australian driver’s licence + willingness to complete 4WD and 1st Aid course;
  • A valid OCHRE card or willingness to obtain; and
  • A passion for helping our communities thrive.

Make a tangible difference with your HR/Business expertise in Central Australia - Apply Today!

Who Are Central Land Council

Connecting Communities to Opportunities

The Central Land Council (CLC) is the Commonwealth Government statutory authority for the southern half of the Northern Territory - covering an area of almost 770,000 square kilometres. We consist of 90 elected Aboriginal representatives from the communities within CLC's nine regions and an additional 260 staff, approximately half of whom are Aboriginal.

Together we are responsible for providing a range of services for the benefit of traditional owners and other Aboriginal residents of the CLC region, including:

  • Elevating the voice of the Aboriginal people of Central Australia;
  • Helping Aboriginal people get back country and manage their land, protecting Aboriginal culture and sacred sites;
  • Consulting with landowners on mining activity, employment, development and other land-use proposals;
  • Fighting for legal recognition of Aboriginal people's rights;
  • Helping resolve land disputes, native title claims and compensation cases; and
  • Running the permit system for visitors to Aboriginal land. 
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