Chief People Officer

About the Role: As the Chief People Officer, you will be a trusted adviser and strategic partner, responsible for delivering the People and Culture Plan. This role involves leading a team of up to 50 professionals across key areas such as Business Partnering, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, People Operations, Work, Health, Safety & Wellbeing, and Culture & Inclusion. You’ll provide expert leadership on compliance, governance, and industrial matters, particularly around wage Awards, safety regulations, and workplace legislation, ensuring the university adheres to best practices. Collaborating with the Senior Executive, you will develop strategies to meet workforce needs and enhance ECU’s organisational culture, ensuring a positive and safe environment for all employees. Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage a diverse team across various HR functions.
2. Ensure compliance with workplace legislation and safety regulations.
3. Develop and implement strategies to enhance organisational culture.
4. Collaborate with senior leadership to align workforce strategies with institutional goals.

About You: You are an innovative and experienced HR leader with a track record of success within large, complex organisations. Experience in tertiary education is highly desirable, but we welcome candidates from diverse sectors who bring relevant skills and a strong leadership background. You will have demonstrated success in leading major strategic change programs, empowering teams, and building strong relationships across an organisation. Your ability to influence and lead within a complex environment will be critical to ensuring ECU continues to thrive. Why ECU? ECU is a University that prides itself on its vibrant and inclusive culture. Our employees love working here, and the positive environment we foster is a key part of what makes ECU a great place to work. Join ECU to make a real difference in a growing and forward-thinking institution, with access to flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of our workforce. ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr