POSITION DESCRIPTION AND SELECTION CRITERIA

POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Manager

LOCATION: Fulham Correctional Centre
REPORTS TO: Centre General Manager
FUNCTIONAL REPORT: EGM Human Resources
FUNCTIONAL
RELATIONSHIPS: GEO Human Resources Managers

1.0 PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

1.1 To provide administrative and generalist human resources management

support (including industrial relations, payroll, roster, training, workplace
health, safety and rehabilitation requirements) to the Fulham Correctional
Centre in consultation with the Centre General Manager the Executive
General Manager Human Resources and the Senior Management Team
members at the Centre.

2.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 Industrial Relations

2.1.1 Manages a productive industrial relations environment with staff and

unions through the sound administration of awards and industrial
agreements; co-ordination of the consultative process, co-ordination of
legal advice and industrial advocacy attendance at IR Commission
hearings; and consultancy to line managers.

2.1.2 Prepares documentation in support of IR matters including lodgement of

Agreements and other industrial instruments under the guidance of the
Executive General Manager Human Resources.

2.1.3 Manages the disciplinary and appeal hearings process and related
correspondence.

2.1.4 Maintains up to date knowledge of IR and related Legislation.

2.2 Recruitment

2.2.1 Manages and monitors the recruitment and induction process of all Centre
staff.

2.2.2 Responsible for formatting and placing recruitment advertisements in all

media for the Centre.

2.2.3 Ensures that all new staff are inducted efficiently and professionally
including the preparation and supply of recruitment, employment and
induction support material.

2.2.4 Works cooperatively with Senior Management Team members, to

advertise and recruit all vacant positions within approved staffing levels.

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2.2.5 Maintains up to date position descriptions for all Centre positions and
ensures current versions are stored on employee files and electronically
on a HR database.

2.2.6 Manages the recruitment practices for the Centre including the
relationship with recruitment agencies and service providers.

2.2.7 Maintains and updates the position vacancy information on the GEO
Intranet.

2.3 Policies and Procedures

2.3.1 As directed by GEO Head Office, manages the development and

implementation of all Human Resources policies and procedures
consistent with best practice principles to ensure the Centre is promoted
as a progressive modern employer.

2.4 Workplace Health & Safety

2.4.1 Monitors and manages the workplace health and safety strategies for the
Centre.

2.4.2 Performs the function of Floor Warden if required.

2.4.3 Performs a monthly hazard check / audit of the main office and
administration area.

2.4.4 Ensures that the appropriate workers compensation forms are completed
and submitted to the Companys insurer within the stipulated time frames.

2.4.5 Ensures that all workers compensation claims for the Centre including the
claims review process with GEOs insurance representative are managed
proactively, professionally and efficiently.

2.5 Training

2.5.1 Prepares and delivers appropriate training as required to the Centre

employees, supervisors and managers.

2.5.2 Ensures that the Centres training obligations by contract and the
database which identifies the appropriate training qualifications and
required renewals is maintained and up to date.

2.6 Human Resources Reporting

2.6.1 Provides and coordinates the Human Resources monthly report to GEO
Head Office.

2.6.2 Provides ad hoc reports as required from time to time.

2.7 Human Resources Administration

2.7.1 Assists with tender preparation in respect of HR information when

required.

2.7.2 Manages the Human Resources Audit process bi-annually

2.7.3 Ensures that the Infinium human resources information system is kept up
to date at all times.

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 2.7.4 Ensures that all Centre performance reviews are diarised and conducted
on an annual basis.

2.7.5 Other suitable duties as required and in line with the position
competencies.

3.0 SELECTION CRITERIA

3.1 Demonstrated experience (minimum of five years) in Human Resources,

Organisational Development or Industrial Relations Management.

3.2 Highly developed communication, negotiation and analytical skills with

the ability to effectively communicate with senior officials from
government, the community, unions and management groups.

3.3 Demonstrated experience in and an ability to use a human resources

information system and software packages particularly Microsoft Word,
Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Infinium.

3.4 Demonstrated knowledge of Legislation, Awards, Policies and Practices

relevant to contemporary human resources management with a proven
ability to provide valued advice and support to management and staff in
interpretation and application.

3.5 Demonstrated ability to investigate issues, identify problems, develop and

implement innovative human resources solutions, systems and work
practices to assist the management and development of human resources
with an emphasis on best practice and continuous improvement.

3.6 Ability to work independently and unsupervised or as a member of a team

with a demonstrated commitment to customer service, business
improvement, equity, health and safety/rehabilitation in the workplace.

3.7 A tertiary qualification (or completing a qualification) in Human Resource

Management or a related disciplines would be an advantage.

3.9 Membership to the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) is

desirable.

APPROVED BY SIGNATURE DATE

Centre General Manager

EGM Human Resources

ACCEPTANCE NAME SIGNATURE DATE

Employee

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