• Empower your team with people-first leadership
• UC Level 8, Salary Range $113,289 pa - $126,361 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community, and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).

About the role:

We’re seeking an action oriented and compassionate leader to guide our People Services function and to champion wellbeing. This unique role blends core HR operations with rehabilitation management—ideal for a seasoned professional who’s passionate about making a measurable impact across the employee lifecycle.

This is a transitional role, where a large focus will initially be on leading operational HR services. Over time, the role will evolve to include a greater emphasis on rehabilitation case management—currently expected to comprise around 10 – 30% of the role. As this is a niche capability requiring deep expertise, the successful applicant will ideally already bring strong foundations in case management and ready to grow this specialty within the team.

As the Manager, People Services & Wellbeing, you will:

• Lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality HR operations—from onboarding to policy implementation.
• Partner with managers and key stakeholders to advise on all people-related matters, including employee relations, performance, development and legislative compliance.
• Steer injury and illness management initiatives in line with the Safety Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988.
• Create and oversee sustainable return-to-work programs, while actively coaching leaders and collaborating with health professionals.
• Foster a culture of engagement, inclusion, and safety through meaningful partnerships across the university.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in HR operations and rehabilitation case management.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety legislation and return-to-work protocols.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Team management and leadership experience
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• HR tertiary qualifications or comparable experience

If you are a confident leader with great relationship building skills, passionate about problem solving and supporting people with the above required experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra embodies it’s Values of Everyone’s invites, Narragunnawali, Change the World, Dare to be Curious and Walk together which we are proud. UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

Eligibility: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid Australian working rights at the time of submission. The successful applicant will be subject to a police check as one of their pre-employment requirements.

How to apply:

Please apply with you CV only, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

For job specific information: please contact Adam Creighton – Deputy Director of People Services - 0408 696 136 - [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday, 31 August 2025