Rostering Partner

About Southern Cross Care WA

Southern Cross Care WA is a well-established nonprofit organisation dedicated to providing exceptional care, support, and accommodation services for West Australians in need. With over 50 years of service, they operate multiple healthcare, aged care, mental health, and community housing programs, supported by a team of around 1000 employees and 130 volunteers. Their mission is to help individuals live extraordinary lives connected to their communities.

Role Overview

The Rostering Partner, reporting to the Workforce Planning Manager, specializes in rostering expertise and workforce analysis. This permanent full-time position is based in Rivervale, offering flexible working arrangements including partial work-from-home options. The role focuses on delivering strategic support to Rostering Officers and various stakeholders to optimise workforce planning, improve service delivery, and ensure financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze workforce utilization patterns, labor expenditures, overtime, agency staffing, leave trends, and crucial metrics to uncover risks and improvement opportunities.
• Assist in forecasting workforce needs, conducting establishment reviews, and participating in workforce planning initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Rostering Officers to enhance workforce planning outcomes and promote best rostering practices.
• Ensure adherence to industrial agreements, workforce management standards, and organizational policies.
• Support governance activities, compliance audits, and workforce monitoring processes.
• Identify potential workforce risks and propose actionable solutions to support both operational efficiency and financial goals.
• Contribute to workforce-related projects, process enhancements, and system upgrades.
• Cultivate strong working relationships with operational leaders while providing expert advice in workforce planning.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Proven experience in workforce planning, rostering, scheduling, or monitoring.
• Strong analytical capability to interpret data and identify workforce trends.
• Familiarity with workforce management and rostering software systems.
• Effective communication and proficiency in stakeholder engagement.
• Sound knowledge of workforce management policies, industrial agreements, and compliance standards.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with dedication to continuous process improvements.

Additional Benefits and Working Conditions

• Access to not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 annually, including $15,900 for general expenses and $2,650 for entertainment.
• Corporate health insurance discounts and complimentary employee assistance programs.
• Career growth opportunities within diverse service areas.
• Paid parental leave and generous annual leave starting at four weeks for full-time staff.
• Support for carers and personal leave with recognition through service awards.
• Supportive and flexible working environment fostering work-life balance.

Application Process

Prospective candidates should submit a resume, preferably accompanied by a cover letter detailing relevant experience and suitability. If shortlisted, candidates must provide:

• A current National Police Clearance (within six months)
• Flu immunisation records for client-facing roles
• A completed pre-employment health questionnaire
• Proof of eligibility to work

Commitment to Diversity and Respect

Southern Cross Care WA values diversity and inclusion and acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which it operates. The organisation strives to be an employer of choice offering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.