Team Leader, HR Operations - Temporary Appointment

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Work type: Full time
Location: South East, To be negotiated
Categories: Human Resources and WHS

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, People and Culture
• Mount Gambier (or other location is negotiable within Limestone Coast region)
• Salary: ASO4 $ 76,561 -$80,256 p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Full-time position working up to 27 November 2026
• Eligibility Open to Everyone

A Team Leader – HR Operations opportunity is available within the People and Culture team at Limestone Coast Local Health Network.

This is a hands‑on leadership role in a fast‑paced regional health environment. You will be a key contact for operational HR matters and work closely with managers across multiple sites. The role suits someone who enjoys problem‑solving, leading a small team and working at pace while contributing to service improvement and workforce capability.

Working under the direction of the Manager HR Operations, you will contribute to contemporary HR practices, service improvement initiatives and effective HR business partnering across a complex and diverse health workforce.

• Lead and coordinate HR Operations services, providing day‑to‑day direction, coaching and support to the HR Operations administration team
• Deliver accurate and timely HR advice to managers on recruitment, classification management, industrial relations and workforce matters
• Support HR governance, compliance and systems management, including recruitment advertising and HRMS processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement, projects and service enhancements aligned with organisational priorities
• Build strong working relationships with managers and stakeholders across the LHN to support effective workforce outcomes

• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising staff in an HR or workforce services environment
• Practical HR knowledge across recruitment, workforce processes and industrial matters
• Confidence providing clear, practical advice to managers in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organisation and the ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast‑paced setting
• Sound judgement when handling sensitive and confidential matters
• Solid HR systems and Microsoft skills, with good attention to detail
• A collaborative, proactive approach and willingness to improve how we work
• Play a key role in shaping HR service delivery across the Limestone Coast
• Build leadership experience while leading a small, high‑impact team
• Gain exposure to a broad range of workforce matters across a complex health service
• Make a real difference across the Limestone Coast through the work you do

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work‑life balance like no other.

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle with a strong sense of community
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an…