People and Culture Advisor
About us
With over 55 years of experience, New Horizons is a leading provider of disability, aged care, and community support services, committed to empowering individuals to live their best lives.
Why work with us
Above award pay and great benefits
Your work matters. And so does your pay. At New Horizons, enjoy above-award pay, penalty rates, and salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by up to $15,900. Plus, get an additional $2,650 for entertainment expenses, access to novated leasing, paid parental leave, and for full-time employees, RDOs.
Grow with us
Did you know our CEO Luke Buckley started out as a support worker with us, 15 years ago? That’s proof your career can go anywhere here. We invest in your future with ongoing training and mentoring, clear career advancement pathways, opportunities to specialise in aged care and disability support, and a rewards and recognition program that celebrates your wins.
Perks for your wellbeing
On top of meaningful work, you’ll enjoy extras like Fitness Passport and our confidential Employee Assistance Program, giving you access to fitness, counselling, and wellbeing support when you need it.
Work your way
At New Horizons, you’ll get flexible scheduling and work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance. You can also purchase extra annual leave, and if you work 10 weekends a year, you’ll enjoy an additional week of leave on top.
A supportive community
Join a collaborative and respectful team, where diversity is celebrated and every individual is valued. Build meaningful relationships with clients and their families, fostering belonging and making a real difference in the community.
Strong leadership
At New Horizons, you’ll be backed by experienced leaders who put your success and well-being first. With tailored coaching and mentoring, you’ll have the support you need to grow and thrive.
About the Role
As a People & Culture Advisor, you’ll support the wider People & Culture team and assist managers and employees across a variety of day-to-day HR matters.
You’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and confidence across the employee lifecycle while receiving support from experienced People & Culture Business Partners.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Responding to day-to-day People & Culture enquiries
- Providing practical support to managers and employees
- Supporting employee lifecycle activities and employment changes
- Assisting with employee documentation and correspondence
- Supporting the consistent application of policies, procedures and people processes
- Maintaining accurate employee records and supporting HR systems administration
- Assisting with employee relations and workplace matters, with support from experienced team members
- Contributing to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Building positive relationships with leaders and stakeholders across the organisation
- Supporting workplace safety, wellbeing and compliance activities
About You
You don’t need to be an established HR Advisor to be successful in this role.
We’re looking for someone with a foundation in HR, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in developing a career in People & Culture.
You may bring:
- Qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline, or be working towards them
- Previous experience in an HR, People & Culture, recruitment or similar people-focused role
- An understanding of general HR practices and the employee lifecycle
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle information professionally and confidentially
- Confidence building relationships with a range of stakeholders
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications and exposure to HR systems
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- A collaborative and customer-focused approach
- Most importantly, you’ll be curious, approachable and keen to develop your HR knowledge in a supportive environment.
Compliance Requirements
The successful applicant will be required to meet relevant pre-employment requirements, including:
- National Criminal History Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- Current NSW Driver Licence
- Right to Work in Australia
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your HR Career?
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your HR career, gain hands-on experience and learn from an experienced People & Culture team, this could be the opportunity for you.
Apply now to take the next step in your People & Culture career. To submit your application please email [email protected] your CV and cover letter.
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
IMPORTANT: New Horizons is an equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we serve. We invite all the applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.