About the role

Join our growing team and work closely with the HR Team and key stakeholders across the organisation in all aspects of the employee life cycle.

You will coach, advise and guide leaders on initiatives relating to organisational performance, performance management, employee wellbeing, enhancing capability, workers compensation, return to work, employee engagement, organisational culture and change management.

Benefits of joining Ability Assist

Hybrid working arrangements.

Flexible working hours – family friendly environment.

Opportunities for professional development

An inclusive team that is always there to support you.

Key responsibilities include

Consult with leaders, providing HR advice and services in relation to aspects across the employee life cycle.

Support leaders to effectively manage employment relations issues.

Oversee the case management of employment relations issues.

Develop, review and implement HR policies and procedures.

Contribute to developing and implementing a contemporary and fit for purpose people plan.

About You

Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, inspire proactive action and influence change.

Solid understanding of the SCHADS Award.

Experience managing complex workplace relations issues and making sound recommendations.

Knowledge of legislation relevant to the employment relationship.

Experience in the not-for-profit or community services sector (preferred).

To be successful you will have

Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or equivalent.

Victorian Drivers’ Licence.

Employee Working with Children Check; (or willingness to obtain).

NDIS Worker Screening check (or willingness to obtain).

Right to work in Australia.

About Ability Assist

Ability Assist is a highly experienced provider of NDIS services. We also work with the Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing (DFFH) to provide outreach and residential care for children and adolescents at risk. We provide a wide range of person-centred services for adults, adolescents, and children with disability or complex care needs along with their families.

Our passionate and caring team here at Ability Assist have dedicated their lives to doing this in order to help people achieve fuller, happier, and more meaningful lives.

How to apply: Click 'Apply' where you will be prompted to proceed with your application via the Seek website. you will need to upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this job along with your skills and experience.

Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Applications Closing Friday 28 August 2026.

Early Applications encouraged.

If you have any particular questions regarding the position or would like a copy of the position description, please email ••••@abilityassist.com.au.