People and Performance Specialist at HammondCare

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Performance Management, Workplace Investigations, Employee Relations, Procedural Fairness, Capability Uplift, Grievances, Misconduct, Legal Compliance, Fair Work Commission Matters, Process Improvement, Coaching, Trend Analysis, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Discretion, Attention To Detail

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Make a difference everyday Join HammondCare and help improve quality of life for older Australians in need. As a not-for-profit, Christian organisation, we provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care. Mission-led, we build passionate teams who support older people through life’s most difficult circumstances. With over 90 years of experience, we’re known for our relationship-based approach. Whether it’s in our homes, hospitals or the community, we bring skill, empathy and innovation to every moment of care. It’s not just care. It’s HammondCare. About the role The People and Performance Specialist focusses on the critical areas of performance management, workplace investigations, and a range of employee relations (ER) activities. Reporting to the Employee Relations Manager, this position sits within the centralised People Advisory function and is responsible for ensuring the organisation's people processes are fair, consistent, and efficient. This role provides expert advice, supports people leaders in navigating nuanced people matters, and champions capability uplift to deliver best practice process. This role plays an instrumental part in driving procedural fairness and enhancing the overall employee experience while working to identify trends and learning needs that support prevention of future people issues. This is a contract position until late December 2026 and is based at St Leonards with hybrid opportunities. What we can offer you We care about your wellbeing at HammondCare and as a result offer a wide range of health and lifestyle benefits including: NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit (up to $2,650 tax free) Additional leave purchase options and 14 weeks paid parental leave Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements Discounts on everyday products and services Discounted healthcare memberships - access to network of fitness centres and pools for employees and families Free access to independent counselling support for employees and families Health & Wellbeing programmes Reward & Recognition programmes Referral bonuses Career and professional development opportunities Key Responsibilities include Provide support to the HammondCare Leadership Group on complex people issues, as referred by People Partners Lead and manage performance and disciplinary processes, ensuring they are conducted fairly, effectively, and consistently across the organisation Conduct workplace investigations related to grievances, misconduct, and performance issues, ensuring high quality, thorough documentation and compliance with legal standards Advise people leaders on navigating complex people matters, including ER aspects of non-work-related injuries, union engagement, and Fair Work Commission matters Establish and drive best practice people processes, focusing on procedural fairness, efficiency, and a positive people experience Collaborate with people leaders to build their capability in managing performance, people issues, and delivering consistent people processes Provide insights into emerging people issues across the organisation and recommend solutions to prevent escalation, including additional learning and development needs for leaders and employees Support capability development in leaders and the broader People team in the application of contemporary ER practice and procedure Create and manage tools and resources that empower people leaders to handle complex people matters effectively and consistently About you Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action. At least 5 years’ experience in a people-focused human resources role, with experience in performance management, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations. Working knowledge and experience in managing complex issues and an understanding of workplace laws. Experience supporting senior leaders and People Partners with expert advice and guidance on people and performance matters. Strong understanding of performance management frameworks, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations. Ability to analyse and identify trends in employee relations, performance, and engagement to provide proactive solutions. Demonstrated capability in delivering training or coaching to people leaders Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise leaders effectively. High attention to detail and ability to manage complex, sensitive issues with discretion and fairness. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, particularly in high-pressure situations To Apply If you are ready to make a difference with HammondCare, Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact talent@hammond.com.au. Pre- Employment Checks All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and reference checking. HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.

Responsibilities

The specialist will support leadership on complex people issues, leading and managing performance and disciplinary processes fairly and consistently across the organization. This includes conducting thorough workplace investigations and advising leaders on complex employee relations matters.