Director of People & Culture

Permanent Full-Time - 80 hours per fortnight

For further information about this role, please contact Kris Payne - Executive Director: People & Capability on 0448 879 024 or via email k.payne@mdhs.vic.gov.au.

Are you passionate about creating exceptional workplace cultures and driving organizational excellence? In this dynamic leadership role, you'll be at the heart of transforming how we attract, develop, and retain top talent at Maryborough District Health Service. Working hand-in-hand with our Executive Director: People and Capability, you'll shape the future of our workforce while making a real difference in healthcare delivery.

What You'll Be Doing As our People & Culture Director, you'll lead the charge in delivering comprehensive people solutions that drive performance and engagement. Your responsibilities will include:

Implementing cutting-edge People & Culture best practices that elevate our workplace experience

Delivering seamless Payroll services that ensure our team is rewarded accurately and on time

Managing Employee Relations with empathy and expertise, fostering positive workplace relationships

Overseeing Return to Work programs that support our staff through their wellness journey

Developing and maintaining strategies that create a supported, high‑performing workforce

Collaborating with leadership to ensure high-quality service delivery across all People & Culture functions

Why You'll Love Working With Us At Maryborough District Health Service, we're not just another healthcare organization – we're a community committed to excellence in patient care and employee wellbeing. You'll join a team that values:

Innovation in people practices and workplace culture

Professional development and career growth opportunities

Collaborative leadership and open communication

Work‑life balance and employee wellness

Making a meaningful impact in healthcare and community service

What We're Looking For We're seeking a visionary leader who brings both strategic thinking and hands‑on expertise to our team. The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience in People & Culture leadership roles

Strong background in Employee Relations and conflict resolution

Expertise in Payroll management and compliance

Knowledge of Return‑to‑Work processes and workplace rehabilitation

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strategic mindset with attention to operational detail

Passion for creating positive workplace cultures

Ready to Shape the Future of Our Workforce? This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to lead transformational change in a healthcare environment where your work directly impacts both employee satisfaction and patient outcomes. You'll have the autonomy to implement innovative solutions while being supported by a collaborative executive team.

If you're ready to take your People & Culture career to the next level and make a lasting impact on our organization, we want to hear from you!

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on being a

supportive and inclusive workplace , where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow. You’ll be joining a cheerful, hardworking team who truly put people first.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples , people from

culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those

returning to the workforce .

If you have good availability, strong communication skills and a flexible approach, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Applicants must include the following:

Resume

Cover Letter — please ensure your cover letter addresses the

Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

The Position Description is available under

‘Related Documents’

in the job advertisement. If viewing on SEEK, please visit the MDHS Careers website to access the full Position Description.

The

Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions

are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer.

Appointments are subject to a satisfactory

National Police Check

and

Working with Children Check.

NDIS Workers Screening

will be required for workers identified as working within a risk‑assessed role.

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