ARTRAGE HR MANAGER - Get creative in a vibrant high-impact role – Lead HR at ARTRAGE

Permanent, commencing in May/June 2025

38 hours per week (1 FTE) - Hay Street Mall Perth CBD.

$90,000 - $97,000 per annum (depending on experience)

WHO ARE WE

Art changes lives. It’s a powerful force. Art is for all.

ARTRAGE Inc. is a not-for-profit charity and one of the oldest arts organisations in Western Australia. We are proud to say we have been delivering the magic of art in many forms for over 40 years including the much-loved Rooftop Movies (est. 2012), Girls School Cinema (est. 2018) and FRINGE WORLD Festival (est. 2011). ARTRAGE connects artists and audiences, working hard to make this shared experience as authentic and meaningful as possible for everyone.

WHAT WE STRIVE FOR

OUR PURPOSE: to bring artists and audiences together to share in extraordinary experiences.

OUR VISION: the arts are embraced as an integral cultural driver

OUR MISSION: to create spaces where creativity thrives and where artists and audiences connect.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The ARTRAGE HR Manager oversees all aspects of human resource functions as a true generalist. This role offers a mix of strategic development and hands on delivery.

The HR Manager, reporting to the CEO will work closely with the ARTRAGE leadership team, providing guidance, resources and coaching, to managers and employees in HR matters. This role current has no direct reports.

ARTRAGE is committed to the team and the organisation culture and as such periodically works with a specialist consultant. Current focus is on communication training, translating our new strategic values into our actions, and uniting the team. This consultant will continue to be available to guide the HR Manager in the first 6 months of the role.

This role requires a strong understanding of all points of the employment lifecycle, change management, employment law, and advocacy of HR best practice.

ARTRAGE recruits a high number of fixed-term employees and volunteers (local and abroad) to support seasonal events. The HR Manager will manage this process through driving Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) improvements and compliance.

DUTIES

Administer application of the Live Performance Award and Cinema Award and other Awards as applicable.

Establish systems, policies, procedures, audits, training, templates and guidelines informed by HR best practice.

Assess risk and mitigations concerning health, safety and wellbeing.

Collaborate with Finance and other departments to advise on workforce compensation and benefits.

Ensure the organisation is compliant with all applicable and evolving employment legislation.

Oversee the management of employee relations including dispute resolution, investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance management.

Coordinate staff performance appraisals.

Centralise the organisations recruitment processes.

Prepare and process employee contracts and variations when required.

Conduct and analyse employee engagement, exit and other surveys.

Advise on appropriate workforce planning and updating of the organisational chart.

Oversee the professional development program in collaboration with the Executive Team.

Assist in the management and application of leave types, liabilities and entitlements.

Undertake any other duties assigned by the ARTRAGE Executive Team, which might reasonably be deemed to be within the scope of the role and having regard for the skills and qualifications relating to the role.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Human Resources or a related discipline

At least 5 years of experience in the delivery of HR generalist functions

Strong knowledge of Australian employment laws and regulations

The ability to build strong working relationships at all levels of the organisation

Demonstrated ability to use initiative and autonomy

Ability to work under pressure as well as plan and prioritise workload

DESIRABLE

Experience in the arts and culture or not-for-profit sector

Knowledge of Visa 408 processing

Exposure to payroll systems and practices

Work health and safety, including workers compensation

ACCESS AND INCLUSION

At ARTRAGE we support and celebrate diversity. Our site, events and offices are designed with accessibility requirements in mind. See more https://artrage.com.au/accessibility

ARTRAGE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and reviews all job applications free of any bias and provides an inclusive work environment regardless of a person’s sex, gender and/or history, sexual orientation, age, race, religious or political beliefs, marital, pregnancy or family status.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

THE BENEFITS

Our careers offer:

Contributing to the vibrancy of Perth, ARTRAGE and the Arts

ARTRAGE Social events and Team wide Celebrations

Pass Holder benefits to Fringe World Festival Performances and Rooftop Movies

Opportunities for training, development, and advancement.

Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Programs (EAP).

Flexible Work Culture including; Work From Home, Flexible start and finish hours between 8am – 6pm*

Discounts with a major health insurance provider

*Subject to policy

HOW TO APPLY

If this is something that appeals to you, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills and experience meet the key attributes of the role.

Application closing date: 10pm AWST 30 April 2024. Interviews and selection process will commence immediately so early applications are recommended. ARTRAGE reserves the right to close the role early if the preferred candidate is found.

Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

If your application is shortlisted, you will receive a phone call to discuss your skills and experience and you may be invited to attend an interview either online or in person at our office.