Work in a motivated and professional team with a wide range of skill sets and backgrounds
Who we are
People Division, led by the Chief People Officer (CPO), provides human resources (HR) functions for the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the department) with a clear focus on the department’s most valued asset: its staff.
People Division delivers a range of contemporary HR functions, projects and strategies across three branches:
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People Services
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Workforce Strategy
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People Advisory
People Services Branch is responsible for the department’s strategic and operational HR advice and services. We deliver the core people systems, services and frameworks that enable the department to operate effectively and compliantly.
The People Services Branch is responsible for:
- Work Health and Safety
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People Assist, HR Systems and Employment Relations
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Performance and Employee Support Services
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Recruitment, Employment Programs, and Establishments
The Performance and Employee Support section provides specialist information, advice and support to line managers and employees in the application of the DCCEEW probation, performance management, early intervention, rehabilitation and workers' compensation frameworks. The section works in close alignment and in collaboration with other HR sections within People Division.
For more information about us please visit our website.
The job
As the Director – Performance and Employee Support you will:
- Manage a team responsible for the delivery of people-centric rehabilitation and performance management initiatives across a diverse department with a geographically dispersed workforce.
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Contribute to shaping the strategic direction of the branch and the department’s corporate agenda while monitoring and responding to APS-wide changes of relevance to HR policies and practices.
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Build leadership and manager capabilities across the department through the delivery of best practice policies, procedures, and coaching.
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Mange the departments Rehabilitation Management System to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and ensure it is fit for purpose to support positive outcomes for the department.
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Coach and develop the team to identify, manage and communicate risks and opportunities to overcome challenges and drive innovation and continuous improvement.
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Oversee the resolution of complex/high-risk matters, and case management issues.
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Oversee the preparation of complex and sensitive correspondence, briefs, and documentation in a timely manner for senior executives and external regulators and courts/arbitrators.
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Build and sustain effective working relationships with stakeholders across all levels, internal and external to the department, APS and private sectors.
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Provide direction across matters in external jurisdictions such as the Fair Work Commission, Human Rights Commission, and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia.
What you’ll gain from the experience
- A positive, inclusive and supportive team environment.
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The chance to lead and deliver initiatives that make a real impact.
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Access to flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.
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Genuine opportunities for professional growth and development.
What we are looking for
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following:
- Experience in rehabilitation and performance case management, and/or human resource management.
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Strong leadership and stakeholder management, facilitation, engagement and coaching skills, with a collaborative approach when working with others.
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Strong stakeholder management experience, including the ability to effectively communicate to senior leaders.
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Demonstrated ability to deliver quality outcomes in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Good judgement in problem solving, decision making and engaging with risk.
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Excellent research and conceptual and analytical thinking skills to inform timely, evidence-based decision making aligned to strategic direction.
Desirable qualifications
- Rehabilitation and performance case management, and/or human resource management.
Eligibility and other requirements
Citizenship - to be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.
Security Clearance - this position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Pre-employment checks - your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment
You may use AI tools to support your participation in this recruitment process, unless advised otherwise. If you use AI, you must ensure your use is transparent, authentic and truthful, and that all information reflects your own skills and experience.
The department may use AI in a limited, transparent and responsible way to support parts of this recruitment process. AI does not make decisions - all assessments and selection outcomes are made by people.
For more information, see:
- Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement
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AI in recruitment | Australian Public Service Commission
