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Silverchain is Australia's leading in-home care specialist, providing health and aged care services to 105,000 clients a year. Silverchain has been trusted by Australians to deliver care that is differentiated by quality and safety for nearly 130 years.   

We provide complete in-home care services in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales, in partnership with our clients, as well as governments, primary health networks, local health districts, retirement communities, private companies, and hospitals and health services.    

Our services comprise of nursing, palliative care, home help and support services, hospital in the home, allied health services, and the provision of equipment. We employ more than 4,400 people, including nurses, doctors, allied health, care experts, and a dedicated research and innovation division.  

What's on offer 

• A full-time, permanent opportunity, Monday-Friday 76 hours per fortnight. 
• A hybrid working environment between our offices in SA, VIC, or WA, and working from home. 
• Salary packaging benefits (up to $18,500 tax free). 
• Access to our Flare app for everyday discounts, including discounted vouchers for Coles, Woolworths, Amazon, Myer, The Good Guys and more. 
• Extensive health and wellbeing resources and support. 

What we’re looking for

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline, providing a solid foundation in contemporary HR practices.
• Demonstrated experience in an HR advisory capacity, with the ability to manage end-to-end employee relations and workplace matters with confidence and professionalism.
• Strong, practical knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations frameworks, and the interpretation of awards and enterprise agreements.
• A proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders through clear, credible and commercially sound advice.
• The confidence and judgement to navigate sensitive and complex issues with discretion, accuracy and a strong attention to detail.
• Experience contributing to initiatives or projects that drive improvements in people practices, processes and organisational outcomes.

The role

In this role, you will provide practical, solutions-focused HR advice and support across a broad range of employee and workplace matters. You will work in close partnership with managers and employees to proactively address issues, mitigate risk, and ensure fair, consistent and well-informed decision-making.

As a HR Advisor:

• Manage employee relations casework across matters such as performance, conduct, attendance, grievances, fitness for work and workers compensation’.
• Provide expert guidance on remuneration, job design, employment contracts, conditions, and the interpretation of awards and agreements.
• Partner with and coach leaders, building their confidence and capability to effectively manage people-related matters.
• Deliver clear and practical advice on industrial relations issues, identifying risks and escalating complex matters where appropriate.
• Drive continuous improvement by contributing to the review and enhancement of policies, procedures and people practices.
• Stay ahead of changes in industrial and employment law, translating developments into clear, actionable insights for the business.
• Play an active role in broader People and Culture initiatives, supporting key projects that enhance the employee experience.

Why choose Silverchain 

Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It's a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective. We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility. As a not-for-profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home. We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals. 

How to apply 

To submit your application, click ‘Apply'. 

At Silverchain, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.