People Services Manager

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • AU$87 - AU$104 per hour

The Role

A State Government department is seeking a People Services Manager to lead a dynamic team responsible for delivering the full range of HR services including recruitment, employee relations, wellbeing, performance, and compliance. The role will oversee HR operations and initiatives that support a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. This is a 12 month contract with a potential to extend.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a small team delivering HR operations and advisory support.
  • Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance, and policy compliance.
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning processes.
  • Support health, safety, wellbeing, and return-to-work programs.
  • Drive HR reporting, analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

  • Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline.
  • Proven HR leadership experience within the public sector or complex organisation.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, ER/IR, and policy frameworks.
  • Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end HR operations.
  • Ability to lead a high-performing HR team with empathy and accountability.

If this sounds like you apply now or email Ahmad at ahmad.jahfar@talentinternational.com

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