Job Reference: 21902
At Healius, we’re united by a shared purpose: making a difference to the future of Australia’s health. Now is an exciting time to join us as we transform into a stronger, more agile organisation, with a focus on excellent customer and patient experiences, smarter ways of working and being a great place for our people to work.
Joining a business at the forefront of laboratory innovation, the role offers the chance to shape workforce effectiveness, leadership capability and organisational performance, while contributing to a culture of performance and continuous improvement across our pathology operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced People & Culture professional to help shape the future of scientific operations within one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations.
About Us
Healius is one of Australia’s leading healthcare companies, committed to supporting quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. Through our network of state-based and specialty brands, we provide high-quality diagnostic services that support clinicians to make informed decisions and improve patient outcomes.
With more than 80 medical laboratories and approximately 2,000 patient collection centres nationwide, we process approximately one in four Medicare-funded pathology tests each year, supporting services that extend from some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals to regional areas and remote Indigenous communities.
About The Role
Reporting to the Group Executive People & Culture, you'll partner with the Operations leadership team to deliver the people agenda across a diverse operational portfolio. Based in Melbourne, you'll act as a trusted advisor to leaders, supporting workforce planning, organisational change and people initiatives across our pathology operations.
This role has one direct report and works closely with the broader People & Culture team. With a strong on-site presence, you'll build trusted relationships with leaders and frontline teams while supporting transformation initiatives and business outcomes. Occasional interstate travel is required.
Key responsibilities:
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Partner with executive and operational leaders on workforce planning, organisational design and change initiatives
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Act as a trusted advisor on people strategy, leadership effectiveness and business transformation
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Lead change management activities that support new ways of working and cultural transformation
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Coach leaders on performance management, accountability, employee engagement and people leadership
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Drive workforce planning, role design and productivity initiatives that support operational efficiency
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Partner with Finance and Operations leaders to review workforce data, monitor performance trends and identify improvement opportunities
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Provide advice on industrial relations matters and support enterprise bargaining and workforce consultation activities
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Support capability uplift, succession planning and talent development initiatives across the portfolio
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Build strong relationships with frontline teams and leaders to understand operational challenges, influence change and support successful outcomes
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Deliver annual People & Culture programs and strategic initiatives that support the broader business strategy
About You
We're seeking an experienced People & Culture professional with a strong track record supporting complex operational environments through change and transformation. Commercially astute and highly credible, you're confident partnering with senior leaders, influencing diverse stakeholder groups and delivering practical people solutions.
With a practical, hands-on approach, you're equally comfortable operating at both a strategic and operational level. Your experience, judgement and resilience enable you to build credibility quickly and influence positive outcomes.
Qualifications and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline
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Significant experience in senior People & Culture partnering roles, preferably in operational, technical, scientific or highly regulated environments.
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Proven experience leading organisational and cultural transformation, including significant change management initiatives
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Strong understanding of employment legislation, industrial relations and enterprise agreements
Key Skills and Attributes
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Strong commercial acumen and change management capability
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Exceptional interpersonal, communication and influencing skills
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Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach to delivery
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Sound judgement and the confidence to operate autonomously
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Passion for continuous improvement, innovation and organisational excellence
We believe everyone leads, no matter what role they are in. Our ways of leading are the behaviours we expect our people to embody: Customer Focused, Accountable, Collaborative, Credible and Resourceful.
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Benefits, Perks and Wellbeing
At Healius, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career, including:
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Access to retailer discounts and perks through the Flare Benefits platform
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Health and financial benefits, including access to Fitness Passport, corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits, novated leasing and salary packaging options
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Free and confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Discounted childcare and babysitting services via Kiddo
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Access to online learning, courses and development pathways to support your career growth
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Healius is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and merit-based recruitment practices. We stive to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve, valuing people across different life stages, genders, cultural backgrounds, ages and professional experiences. All applicants are assessed equitably based on their ability to meet the requirements of the role.
Healius is part of the Commonwealth Government’s Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. We encourage applications from veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience.
How To Apply
Healius is committed to responding to every applicant, regardless of outcome. Timeframes may vary depending on the role and volume of applications.
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