People and Culture Specialist (AADM2611) • 0 of 15 filled

Position

People and Culture Specialist

Applications Close

20 November 2026

Role Description

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd is seeking a People & Culture Assistant for a maximum term contract for 6 months to assist the People and Culture Manager in providing Human Resources advice to managers and employees, using technical and professional skills/knowledge, across a broad range of HR policies, programs, and practices across the Schools Company, and to contribute to a positive, inclusive, high performing and legally complaint workplace culture.

Location

Head Office, Wahroonga NSW

About Us

The Greater Sydney Conference of the Seventh‑day Adventist Church/School Company is the administrative headquarters for the church’s work in the region of Greater Sydney. The focus of this conference as a Christian organisation is the spreading of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and service to the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice on Enterprise Agreements including renewal, research, consultation and preparation of proposals
• Maintain accurate employee information in TechnologyOne
• Update and maintain accurate Personnel Service Records
• Provide practical HR advice on employment conditions, employee relations and performance management matters
• Assist with HR projects supporting workforce sustainability, operational efficiency and organisational development
• Perform payroll review as required
• Other Duties and Responsibilities as required

About You

• We are looking for a confident and capable HR professional who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent skills and a practical, solutions-based approach.

• You will have a Tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management, Employment Relations, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
• A minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR/People and Culture role
• Experience providing operational HR advice and support to multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities
• Demonstrated knowledge of Australian employment legislation, Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Highly regarded

• Knowledge of NSW teacher accreditation and child safeguarding requirements
• Experience working in a multi-site organisation or education sector
• Experience interpreting and applying Enterprise Agreements
• Experience supporting organisational change and employee engagement programs

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd is committed to child safety by providing a safe culture, safe operations and a safe environment. Only applicants with a Working with Children Check will be considered for this role.

The successful applicant must be a practicing baptised member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church with a strong commitment to its mission.

Only those with a legal right to work in Australia may apply.  The appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications early.

Expressions of Interest

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Cyrus Muwanguzi, People & Culture Manager, Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd – [email protected]. For a full job description, contact Cyrus Muwanguzi at the same email.