People & Culture Partner

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

As a People & Culture Partner, you will provide broad generalist HR support across the employee lifecycle, partnering with leaders to foster an engaged workforce, high-performing teams, and a positive workplace culture.

Working as part of a collaborative People & Culture team, you will partner with a dedicated portfolio of services across the Ruah Group. You will take the time to develop a deep understanding of our services, our people, and the unique challenges and opportunities within each area, building trusted and respectful relationships that enable you to provide meaningful, tailored people solutions.

In this role, you will provide expert advice and support across employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, policy implementation, change initiatives, and legislative compliance. As a trusted partner to leaders, you will help navigate complex people matters while ensuring alignment with employment legislation, industrial instruments, organisational policies, and best practice people management.

We are seeking a proactive, values-driven professional who combines strong HR expertise with a genuine passion for supporting people. Above all, you will embody Ruah's values of Respect, Integrity, Connection, Quality, and Hope.

This is a 1FTE permanent position based in our Northbridge office.

What we’re looking for

To be successful for this opportunity you will be able to demonstrate the following:

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a P&C Partner role or similar.
• Proven expertise in performance management, employee relations (incl workplace investigations), and change management. 
• Strong understanding of Employment Legislation including Fair Work and Awards/EAs.
• Ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels within the organisation.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• The ability to travel throughout Perth, Metropolitan area on an ad hoc, short term basis as required.

Highly Desirable

• A relevant tertiary qualification, AHRI member
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and ability to work with Aboriginal and culturally diverse people is highly desirable.  

This is a great opportunity for a P&C professional who wants to be part of a dynamic and rapidly expanding team.

What do we offer?

Aside from the opportunity to work with a passionate and highly skilled teams in an organisation that creates real change in the community around us, you'll also receive:

• A base salary aligned with Level 5 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), ranging between $105,916 - $110,713.
• Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 + $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses + more to extend your take home pay.
• 5 weeks annual leave (+17.5% annual leave loading).
• 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flex to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service). 
• Opportunity for ongoing learning and development. 
• Life-balance friendly working conditions.
• Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more! 

Required compliance documents:

• Current WA drivers’ license
• National Police Clearance Certificate (dated within six months)

How to apply 

Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and be part of a team that's dedicated to creating real change in the community!

Please click apply, create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

We are seeking to appoint someone to this role as soon as possible and will close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been identified. Please apply without delay! 

For further information please contact Racheal Moeke, Manager, People & Culture Partnering at ••••@ruah.org.au.

Ruah has a zero tolerance against child abuse and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and their right to feel safe and be safe across all areas of our organisation.

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right. 

Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.