HR Services Manager

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst

Bathurst, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW

Management—Internal (Human Resources & Recruitment)

Full-time

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HR Services Manager

Permanent, Full-time position

Immediate start available by negotiation

Salary: Up to $146,640.00 per annum

Are you an experienced HR leader ready to take the next step? Do you thrive in a purpose-driven organization and enjoy leading a team to deliver excellence in HR services?

The Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking a proactive and skilled HR Services Manager to lead our HR Services team, delivering high-quality HR support across approximately 2,000 employees in 33 schools. This permanent, full-time opportunity is ideal for an HR professional who can confidently manage complex HR matters, oversee operational HR delivery, and drive continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about making a strategic impact while contributing to a mission-driven organization, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference across the diocese.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of HR, Risk & WHS, the HR Services Manager provides leadership and oversight of the HR Services team, ensuring the smooth delivery of HR operational and transactional services. This includes managing HR processes, developing team capability, providing expert HR advice, and supporting system-wide initiatives and improvements.

In this role, you will:

Lead and develop the HR Services team to ensure excellence in service delivery

Oversee contract management, employee documentation, and HRIS accuracy

Manage HR reporting and metrics, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement

Collaborate with Payroll and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure seamless operations

Provide expert advice on employment conditions, staffing allocations, and industrial matters

Lead the annual staffing process in collaboration with the CEDB Staffing Committee

Review and improve HR policies, processes, and automation opportunities

Support and educate key stakeholders, including school principals, on HR services and compliance

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About you (Selection Criteria)

We are looking for an experienced HR leader who can align with the following:

Demonstrates a commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic education

Has strong experience in HR leadership, team management, and operational HR delivery

Provides high-level HR advice on industrial relations, employment conditions, and HR systems

Demonstrates excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage complex queries and competing priorities

Has well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach

Brings expertise in HRIS and reporting systems (experience with Empower or PageUp is highly regarded)

Shows a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices in HR services

Holds or is eligible to hold a valid Employee Working with Children Check

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (essential)

What we offer

Professional development opportunities to grow your leadership skills

Competitive salary packaging options to maximise your take-home pay

A supportive and collaborative team environment

The opportunity to make a significant impact across the Diocese

Access to additional leave (conditions apply) and leave loading

Access to Fitness Passport, providing affordable access to gyms and recreational facilities for you and your family

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students, and around 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River, and the Jenolan State Forest. The diocese covers 103,680 square kilometers, comprises three traditional nations—the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations—and boasts the beauty of the central west and Orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

How to Apply

If you think this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal, where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

An updated CV/Resume

A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

Contact details of appropriate referees

All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC, etc.)

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 27 June 2025.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the Head of HR, Risk & WHS, Angela D’Amore, on (02) 6338 3000.

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Angela D Amore on 0263383000