POSITION DESCRIPTION AND SELECTION CRITERIA
POSITION TITLE:
LOCATION:
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FUNCTIONAL REPORT:
FUNCTIONAL
RELATIONSHIPS:
Human Resources Manager
Fulham Correctional Centre
Centre General Manager
EGM Human Resources
GEO Human Resources Managers
1.0
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
1.1
To provide administrative and generalist human resources management
support (including industrial relations, payroll, roster, training, workplace
health, safety and rehabilitation requirements) to the Fulham Correctional
Centre in consultation with the Centre General Manager the Executive
General Manager Human Resources and the Senior Management Team
members at the Centre.
2.0
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1
Industrial Relations
2.1.1
Manages a productive industrial relations environment with staff and unions
through the sound administration of awards and industrial agreements; coordination of the consultative process, co-ordination of legal advice and
industrial advocacy attendance at IR Commission hearings; and consultancy
to line managers.
2.1.2
Prepares documentation in support of IR matters including lodgement of
Agreements and other industrial instruments under the guidance of the
Executive General Manager Human Resources.
2.1.3
Manages the disciplinary and appeal hearings process and related
correspondence.
2.1.4
Maintains up to date knowledge of IR and related Legislation.
2.2
Recruitment
2.2.1
Manages and monitors the recruitment and induction process of all Centre
staff.
2.2.2
Responsible for formatting and placing recruitment advertisements in all
media for the Centre.
2.2.3
Ensures that all new staff are inducted efficiently and professionally including
the preparation and supply of recruitment, employment and induction
support material.
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2.2.4
Works cooperatively with Senior Management Team members, to advertise
and recruit all vacant positions within approved staffing levels.
2.2.5
Maintains up to date position descriptions for all Centre positions and ensures
current versions are stored on employee files and electronically on a HR
database.
2.2.6
Manages the recruitment practices for the Centre including the relationship
with recruitment agencies and service providers.
2.2.7
Maintains and updates the position vacancy information on the GEO Intranet.
2.3
Policies and Procedures
2.3.1
As directed by GEO Head Office, manages the development and
implementation of all Human Resources policies and procedures consistent
with best practice principles to ensure the Centre is promoted as a progressive
modern employer.
2.4
Workplace Health & Safety
2.4.1
Monitors and manages the workplace health and safety strategies for the
Centre.
2.4.2
Performs the function of Floor Warden if required.
2.4.3
Performs a monthly hazard check / audit of the main office and
administration area.
2.4.4
Ensures that the appropriate workers compensation forms are completed and
submitted to the Company’s insurer within the stipulated time frames.
2.4.5
Ensures that all workers compensation claims for the Centre including the
claims review process with GEO’s insurance representative are managed
proactively, professionally and efficiently.
2.5
Training
2.5.1
Prepares and delivers appropriate training as required to the Centre
employees, supervisors and managers.
2.5.2
Ensures that the Centre’s training obligations by contract and the database
which identifies the appropriate training qualifications and required renewals
is maintained and up to date.
2.6
Human Resources Reporting
2.6.1
Provides and coordinates the Human Resources monthly report to GEO Head
Office.
2.6.2
Provides ad hoc reports as required from time to time.
2.7
Human Resources Administration
2.7.1
Assists with tender preparation in respect of HR information when required.
2.7.2
Manages the Human Resources Audit process bi-annually
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2.7.3
Ensures that the Infinium human resources information system is kept up to
date at all times.
2.7.4
Ensures that all Centre performance reviews are diarised and conducted on
an annual basis.
2.7.5
Other suitable duties as required and in line with the position competencies.
3.0
SELECTION CRITERIA
3.1
Demonstrated experience (minimum of five years) in Human Resources,
Organisational Development or Industrial Relations Management.
3.2
Highly developed communication, negotiation and analytical skills with the
ability to effectively communicate with senior officials from government, the
community, unions and management groups.
3.3
Demonstrated experience in and an ability to use a human resources
information system and software packages particularly Microsoft Word, Excel,
Outlook, PowerPoint and Infinium.
3.4
Demonstrated knowledge of Legislation, Awards, Policies and Practices
relevant to contemporary human resources management with a proven
ability to provide valued advice and support to management and staff in
interpretation and application.
3.5
Demonstrated ability to investigate issues, identify problems, develop and
implement innovative human resources solutions, systems and work practices
to assist the management and development of human resources with an
emphasis on best practice and continuous improvement.
3.6
Ability to work independently and unsupervised or as a member of a team
with a demonstrated commitment to customer service, business improvement,
equity, health and safety/rehabilitation in the workplace.
3.7
A tertiary qualification (or completing a qualification) in Human Resource
Management or a related disciplines would be an advantage.
3.9
Membership to the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is desirable.
APPROVED BY
Centre General Manager
SIGNATURE
DATE
EGM Human Resources
ACCEPTANCE
Employee
NAME
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