Manager, People Capability

About the role

This position is a permanent full-time role in the People and Safety team, based at the Moruya Administration Office. This position has a lead role in the delivery of workforce strategy, culture, capability framework, and talent acquisition initiatives that contribute to building a positive, collaborative culture aligned with Council values.

To view the complete salary information and prerequisites, please view the Position Description.

About you

The ideal candidate for this exciting position will bring a strategic mindset, strong positive leadership capabilities and a passion for continuous improvement. You will have the ability to build a high performing, engaged workforce through exceptional communication and influencing skills. If you thrive on creating impact and driving positive change, this could be your next career move!

Your application will further demonstrate the following:

• Relevant qualifications combined with high level knowledge and experience in human resources and/or a related field.
• Ability to lead, coach and develop a team of high performing individuals.
• High level of facilitation skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with Managers and staff, utilising effective communication and influencing skills.
• Experience and passion for driving organisational culture, continuous improvement, and positive behavioural based programs.
• Ability to lead the development of the key HR strategies along with inclusion and diversity, rewards and recognition, employee experience initiatives across Council to support staff programs for belonging and wellbeing.

About us

The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.

With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.

Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year.

What we offer

We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community. Including benefits such as:

• Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
• 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
• Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
• 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
• Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
• Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
• Salary packaging program.

Application process

Eurobodalla Shire Council follows a merit-based recruitment and selection process. For help and guidance on how to apply for jobs at Council, please visit our website www.esc.nsw.gov.au or The Job Shop. 

To apply for this position, you will need to:

• Provide your cover letter highlighting your skills and experience
• Provide your resume detailing your previous work experience
• Complete the form below

If you found this vacancy via a job search website, please go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council Vacant Positions website page to fill in the application form.

Applications close: Tuesday 22 April 2025 at 11:00pm.

Confirmation of personal identity and working rights:
As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight. 

Eurobodalla Shire Council embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, supportive recruitment process. Please contact us on 02 4474 7378 or via positions@esc.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable application process.

Eurobodalla Shire Council is committed to building an inclusive culture where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities are celebrated. We know we perform at our best when we are empowered to be ourselves, and that this, in turn, enables our future success as an organisation.