Acting/ Human Resources Manager

Saint Ignatius College Geelong

DRYSDALE, VIC 


HR / Recruitment Officer

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 27 February 2026



<p><strong>Saint Ignatius College Geelong</strong></p> <p>Saint Ignatius College Geelong, located on the Bellarine Peninsular, is a Jesuit Companion school committed to providing a child-safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. All staff are expected to uphold the College’s mission, model respectful professional behaviour, and promote the Ignatian ethos in all interactions with the College community.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The Human Resources Manager is a senior administrative leader responsible for overseeing all Human Resource functions across the College. This role supports the Principal and Executive Team in delivering effective HR processes, ensuring compliance, and fostering positive employee relations.</p> <p>Reporting to the Business Manager, the Human Resources Manager works closely with senior leaders to support recruitment, staffing compliance, and workforce planning for both teaching and professional staff.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes</li> <li>Manage HR administration and employee lifecycle processes</li> <li>Provide guidance and support in employee relations matters</li> <li>Oversee staff compliance and mandatory requirements (e.g. Child Safe, OHS, First Aid, Anaphylaxis, Mandatory Reporting, Code of Conduct)</li> <li>Coordinate staff training in OHS, Equal Opportunity, and Privacy</li> <li>Maintain accurate and confidential staff records</li> <li>Support leadership with workforce planning and HR compliance</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Contract Term:</strong></p> <p><strong>Start date: 1 April 2026 - End Date: 15 July 2026</strong></p> <p>If you are passionate about people, workplace culture, and fostering a safe, compliant and supportive work environment, we would love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Applications close 9:00am, 27 February 2026</strong></p>

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<p><strong>How to apply: Application Instructions:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and why you would like to work at Saint Ignatius College Geelong.</li> <li>A current Curriculum Vitae (CV) with details of three professional referees. Please note that referees will only be contacted following the completion of the interview stage.</li> <li>A completed copy of the Saint Ignatius College Geelong Application for Employment form</li> <li>Applications should be addressed to Mr. Michael Exton, Principal and emailed to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au?subject=Acting%2F%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Acting%2F%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au?subject=Acting%2F%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au</a></strong> by <strong>9:00am, 27 February 2026 .</strong></li> </ul> <p>If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to HR at <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au?subject=Acting%2F%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Acting%2F%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au?subject=Acting%2F%20Human%20Resources%20Manager%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">hr@ignatius.vic.edu.au</a></strong>.<br> For further information please visit our College website.</p>