About Us

Tully Nursing Home Inc is a community-owned, not-for-profit aged care facility offering permanent and respite residential care. Our 72-bed home is nestled in the township of Tully, on the Cassowary Coast between Cairns and Townsville. Located near beautiful Mission Beach and the gateway to Dunk and Bedarra Islands, we offer a tropical lifestyle with a warm community spirit.

We are proud of our homelike environment and our reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Our mission is to empower residents to live dignified and meaningful lives through holistic and person-centred care.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR / WHS Officer to support the strategic and operational management of human resources and workplace safety functions. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for people, culture, and compliance to make a meaningful impact in aged care.

You will work closely with the Facility Manager and Department Heads to ensure we maintain a safe, supportive, and compliant workplace aligned with aged care standards, Fair Work legislation, and Work Health & Safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources:

End-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and staff induction

Maintain employee records and HRIS systems

Support performance management, employee relations, and investigations

Assist in the Coordinate training and development programs

Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and Fair Work obligations

Assist with rostering systems, payroll queries, and HR reporting

Workplace Health & Safety:

Oversee WHS policies and procedures

Conduct and document risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits

Chair or support the WHS Committee and facilitate regular meetings

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of WHS legislation and implement improvements

Monitor return-to-work processes and liaise with external providers

Qualifications and Experience

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, WHS, Business, or equivalent OR significant relevant experience

Knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Aged Care Standards, and WHS legislation

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build trust and rapport across a multidisciplinary team

High level of organisation, confidentiality, and attention to detail

Previous experience in aged care, healthcare or not-for-profit sectors is highly regarded

Current NDIS Worker Screening Card (or willingness to obtain)

Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous salary packaging options (up to $15,900 tax free + $2,600 for meals/entertainment)

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Supportive management and long-serving team culture

Relocation support considered for the right applicant

Work-life balance in a beautiful regional location

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience to our Facility Manager at [email protected].

Deadline for Applications:

Submit your resume and cover letter by Friday 25th July 2025.

Applications received after this date may not be considered.