Manning Support Services (MSS) is an award-winning community service organisation that has been operating on the NSW Mid North Coast for more than 40 years. MSS is a multi-service not-for-profit, with a mission to enhance the quality of people’s lives by providing services which enable them to live with dignity and respect.

MSS has an opportunity for a full-time Manager Human Resources to join our Human Resources team based in Taree. The position is 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with the option of a 9-day fortnight).

This role supports the Director Human Resources and is responsible for managing a small team of HR staff by providing direction and leadership, implementing team operational goals, objectives, policies, procedures and systems and supporting the Director Human Resources where needed.

Tasks and responsibilities include:

Participate in strategic HR planning

Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures

Provide advice on Awards, Fair Work conditions and employment relations

Oversee MSS recruitment, orientation, and induction processes

Selection Criteria

Essential Qualifications and Requirements:

Tertiary qualification or equivalent relevant experience in Human Resources

Current NSW provisional or full driving licence

Use of a suitable, reliable vehicle that has current NSW registration and third-party property damage insurance

Current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or willingness to get one

Sound knowledge of HR legislation, practices, and trends

Ability to interpret agreements, Awards, and legislation

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including staff and external partners

Demonstrated experience in managing a team

Demonstrated experience in end-to-end recruitment

Demonstrated experience using HR systems with strong technology skills

Experience in advising managers on employee relations, performance management, grievance, and misconduct matters, with demonstrated experience in conducting workplace investigations

Experience developing and delivering training to teams and individuals

Desirable Qualifications and Requirements:

Knowledge of aged care, home care, or community service sectors

Personal Attributes:

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

High level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly

Highly resourceful team-player with the ability to also work effectively independently

What do we offer?

Flexible working environment with a positive work culture

Work for an award-winning community organisation with career development opportunities

Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a. as well as a meal and entertainment card up to $2,650 p.a.

Bonus leave (3 days p.a.; pro rata for part-time)

Option of Fitness Passport discounted gym and pool membership

How to Apply

All candidates must apply using the Seek online process.

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter that addresses each of the selection criteria above.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 4:00pm 3, October 2025.

Further Information

Please contact Michele George if you have any questions about the role.
Email: [email protected] Phone: (02) 6551 1800.

For a full position description for this role please email: [email protected]

We encourage and welcome applications from First Nations Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.