Description:
State Manager - Labour Hire
Posted: 09/04/2024 Closing Date: 10/05/2024 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Coffs Harbour Job Category: Community Services and DevelopmentMADEC is a not for profit organisation with a permanent workforce of nearly 400 and a service delivery network across South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Tasmania. We believe a job can change a life and we are driven to help people in financial or social disadvantage. Through employment services, vocational training, labour hire, and other services and programs, we empower people; connect with support; enhance skills and confidence; and provide them with the opportunity to reach the goal of employment.
Job Description
Our labour hire division continues to experience significant growth. We employ over 4,000 on-hire employees, including 3,000 recruited from the Pacific region each year under the Australian Government’s Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme . Our on-hire workforce is predominantly placed within the horticulture, fish, meat, cleaning and hospitality industries.
We have a need to recruit strong leaders to provide management support and direction to our teams in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania, and as such we are flexible with location of the role. The position may be based in an existing office, or be home based (depending on location). We are also flexible on the state coverage, it may be multi or single state responsibility – again, this will depend on the person, their location, and their requisite skill and experience.
The role
This is an exciting role that will suit someone who thinks outside the square and thrives in a fast paced and constantly changing environment. You will be responsible for the:
- Seeking out business opportunities to grow our labour hire footprint;
- Provision of leadership and direction to a team to ensure labour hire assignments are managed effectively;
- Delivery of end to end recruitment processes that are transparent, informed, and compliant with MADEC processes and statutory requirements;
- Ongoing review of services delivered by the team and implementation of appropriate process improvements with key clients;
- Ensuring client and worker relationships are maintained to the highest degree;
- Managing the effective relationship with third parties including trade union, and governing bodies; and
- Reporting on key performance metrics to internal stakeholders.
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
You are commercially astute having honed your skills in a general business management role or customer centric role. You will work with a diverse range of clients focusing on service excellence to meet their expectations while observing best practice and regulatory principles. You will be able to efficiently problem solve, drive outcomes and be resilient in what can be considered a competitive and challenging industry. Your leadership and interpersonal skills will be of a high level while working independently and exercising initiative.
Internally you will be supported by a dedicated Finance, Human Resources, Safety and Compliance team who you will liaise with regularly.
Travel will be required to perform the role.
MADEC is committed to providing services that keep our clients free from harm. You will be required to provide a National Police Check.
Benefits
The base remuneration for this role commences from between $85-$100,000 (dependant on scope), plus superannuation and a fully maintained company vehicle is provided , as are the tools to do your job (phone, computer, ipad).
Joining MADEC you will become part of a safe, inclusive, and diverse community within a leading national provider of employment, education and support programs. We value you and offer the following:
Staff health and wellbeing – free access to a holistic employee assistance program that supports you and your family’s emotional, financial, mental and physical health.
Increase your take home pay – reduce your tax by taking advantage of our salary packaging benefit of up to $15,900 per annum for general living expenses, plus further meals and entertainment benefits.
Employee discount programs – access savings at major retailers, iconic brands and service providers including Airbnb, Flight Centre, Woolworths, Harvey Norman, Optus.
Paws leave – one day of “Paws” leave to care for your furry friend if it falls ill or is injured .
Learning opportunities – in addition to a structured induction process, you can access a range of online learning programs.
How to apply
To apply please click the “Apply Now” button to register your interest.
Should you require further information call Louise Williams, Chief Operations Officer – Labour Hire on 0411 231 862 or access the position description here.
Be a part of MADEC
Our approach to diversity is simple: it’s about embracing everyone. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures to help deliver upon MADECs purpose and drive our success.
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