People & Culture Manager in Torquay

About the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority: The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is the dedicated Victorian Government entity entrusted with the care, protection and sustainable management of one of Australia’s most breathtaking and culturally significant coastal regions. Established under the Great Ocean Road and Environs Protection Act 2020, the Authority was created to address the complex and fragmented management of the coastline and ensure the long-term conservation of this iconic landscape. GORCAPA is responsible for managing more than 170,000 hectares of coastal reserves, National Parks, Marine Sanctuaries and foreshores stretching along 355 kilometres of stunning coastline. This includes high-profile sites such as the Twelve Apostles Visitor Experience Precinct and Cape Otway Lightstation, as well as local ports, community reserves and critical marine environments. At the heart of its work is a commitment to protect the unique environmental, cultural, heritage and community values of the region. GORCAPA partners deeply with Traditional Owners, local communities and stakeholders to integrate cultural knowledge, ensure environmental stewardship, support sustainable visitation and build lasting benefits for regional economies and generations to come.

About the Role: Reporting to the Director People and Culture, GORCAPA is seeking an experienced People and Culture Manager to lead the operational delivery of HR services and strengthen workforce capability, wellbeing, and performance. Leading a diverse HR team, the role oversees recruitment, HR business partnering, HR administration, governance, employee and workplace relations, performance management, and learning and development. As an HR subject matter expert, you will partner with leaders to manage complex employee relations matters, deliver wellbeing and psychological health initiatives, and embed a safe, inclusive, and high-performing culture. You will ensure HR practices are contemporary, compliant, and aligned with GORCAPA’s strategic priorities. Operating within the Corporate Services Directorate, the role supports the delivery of modern systems, specialist advice, and governance frameworks that enable efficient, compliant, and impactful on-ground services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment, learning, wellbeing, onboarding, HR Administration, and workforce lifecycle management.
• Manage workplace and employee relations, including complex case management, investigations, and performance matters.
• Drive learning and development initiatives to build workforce capability, leadership strength, and career development pathways.
• Provide expert HR advice to leaders and executives to support workforce planning, organisational capability, and performance.
• Develop, interpret, and implement contemporary HR policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with organisational goals and best practice.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, enterprise agreements, governance requirements, and organisational risk management standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the People & Culture team to foster a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive culture.

Why join GORCAPA? Contribute to shaping the employee experience in an organisation with a powerful environmental, cultural, and community purpose. Work in a supportive, collaborative Corporate Services environment committed to best practice and continuous improvement. Help build workforce capability across one of Australia’s most admired natural regions.

Applications require:

• A current resume
• Cover Letter addressing Key Selection Criteria.

Applications for this position close at 9am, Wednesday, 20th May. To learn more about this position, please visit: Work with us! to obtain a copy of the Position Description.

Everyone is welcome at the Authority: Here at the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority we are committed to creating a workforce that is diverse and is inclusive of all. We value and embrace the various experiences and perspectives people may have, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.