Overview
Partner with operational leaders across residential and community aged care to build capability, resolve complex HR matters, and shape a compliant, engaged workforce.

The organisation
Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a trusted not-for-profit provider of residential care, home and community support, and retirement living for older Australians. With more than 1,300 employees and volunteers across South Australia and regional Victoria, LHG is committed to delivering personalised services that enable older people to live with dignity, independence and connection.

The opportunity
Reporting to the Lead People & Culture Business Partner, this is a hands-on role sitting within LHG's clinical P&C portfolio. You'll be the first point of contact for people matters across your client group, triaging, advising, coaching, and resolving, while contributing to broader HR initiatives that lift organisational capability.

A true business partner: a broad HR scope, partnering with leaders on ER/IR matters, performance management, workforce planning, workforce insights and wellbeing / return to work support
Build leader capability: Coach operational leaders to manage performance, navigate difficult conversations, and handle workplace matters with confidence and consistency
Shape workforce practice: Contribute to HR policy reviews, workforce planning conversations, and P&C initiatives that improve the employee experience and keep LHG ahead of its regulatory obligations

This role requires a visible on-site presence, including travel once a month to regional Victoria sites at Horsham and Hamilton.
Successful candidates can be based in Adelaide or Horsham / Hamilton regions

About you

Demonstrated experience managing ER/IR matters end-to-end, performance management, misconduct, grievances, investigations, and PIPs
Solid working knowledge of the Fair Work Act 2009, Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements
Able to triage complex situations quickly and communicate clearly with leaders at all levels
Curious, solutions-focused, and genuinely energised by the complexity of a care environment
Experience in a clinical background, e.g aged care, health, or community services is desirable but not necessary, a focus on willingness to learn and adapt
Tertiary qualifications in HR, Industrial Relations, or a related field is desirable
Current driver's license and willingness to travel regionally is essential
Current NDIS Worker Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Lily Moger of The Orchard Talent Group on lily@orchardtalent.com.au. To apply please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia.

Applications close 26th June 2026

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