Wine Australia supports a competitive wine sector by investing in research, development and adoption (RD&A), growing domestic and international markets, protecting the reputation of Australian wine and administering the Export and Regional Wine Support Package.

Applications are sought for a part-time, non-executive director of Wine Australia for a term of approximately one year; the current board term of appointment concludes 30 September 2021.

Candidates with specific skills in strategic marketing are strongly encouraged, particularly if complemented by skills and experience in people and culture or finance.

More generally, applicants must be able to demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following fields:

• grapegrowing;
• winemaking;
• marketing;
• technology;
• human resource management;
• communications;
• strategic management;
• finance;
• administration of research and development;
• law;
• business management and administration;
• government policy, processes and public administration.

Applicants are asked to provide career and personal details (four-page maximum including a brief and current CV), addressing those areas from the list above in which they have specific skills and experience; other relevant skills and experience should also be noted.

Remuneration and allowances for directors are prescribed by the Australian Government Remuneration Tribunal.

Hender Consulting is assisting the Selection Committee with these appointments.

For a candidate information pack, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information about Wine Australia, please visit wineaustralia.com

Applications should be addressed to the Presiding Member, Wine Australia Selection Committee by COB, 3 June 2020.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

Confidential telephone enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Andrew Reed and his Team on (08) 8100 8827.

Owned and operated by a group of over 50 anaesthetists, and supported by a dedicated shared services team, Pulse Anaesthetics is SA’s largest private provider of professional anaesthesia services to patients and surgeons.  A key corporate services role with a strong HR focus has emerged for an experienced manager to ensure the doctors have the best possible business support.

Reporting through to the Directors, this diverse and pivotal role has responsibility for the efficient and effective leadership of the administrative team in order to provide professional, friendly, and timely services to the medical specialists and their clients.  Key responsibilities include:

• all aspects of the people and culture portfolio including recruitment, induction, rostering, performance management and development of the corporate team;
• coordinating the administrative function to ensure optimal clinical flow management and a united approach to excellence in patient care;
• reporting on key performance indicators to the Directors;
• developing, implementing and maintaining best practice systems towards continuous improvement in both administration and customer service;
• managing a range of corporate functions such as facilities, finance, invoicing, record keeping and effective internal and external communications.

Applications are sought from proactive, versatile and business minded individuals with suitable qualifications, a positive attitude and sound experience in a similar role, ideally within a medical or comparably client focussed human or professional services environment.  The ideal candidate will be approachable, extremely well organised, ICT savvy and able to juggle multiple priorities and expectations, with an unwavering commitment to internal and external customer service. Authenticity, strong leadership capability and excellent communication skills are also integral to success in the role.  Depending on the successful candidate, the role may be offered on either a full time basis or part time over five days.

This is an excellent opportunity to add value to a respected and successful SA organisation by ensuring the effective corporate support that allows the doctors to focus on their critical services and their motto that “every beat counts”.  

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit pulsesa.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Christian Gaszner on (08) 8100 8827.

Resthaven Incorporated is a respected leader in the rapidly growing aged and community services sector in South Australia.  Engaging a dedicated and passionate workforce of over 2,500 and with an annual turnover circa $170m, Resthaven has more than 31 sites across the State delivering quality services to older people and their carers.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and as a key member of the Executive Management Group, this senior role will have responsibility for the effective management and leadership of the human resources, risk and safety, injury management and workforce development functions.  In addition to leading and developing the dedicated People & Culture Team, the role will formulate people and culture strategy for the organisation, manage the ongoing compliance with work health and safety standards, oversee ongoing registration as a self-insured employer and advise and support Resthaven’s managers in areas such as industrial relations, key stakeholder engagement and workplace change.

Applications are welcome from senior human resources professionals with significant experience in leading and managing a broad people and culture function ideally for a large, complex organisation.  Tertiary qualifications in human resources, business management, commerce or a related discipline will be highly regarded along with the leadership, consulting, change management and negotiation skills required to be successful in such a role.  Also important is the ability to develop and implement a workforce development strategy which delivers strong customer focus and continuous improvement through culture change.

This is one of the most senior people and culture roles in Adelaide and represents a rare opportunity to join a significant and respected employer at the forefront of South Australia’s aged care sector.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit resthaven.asn.au 

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed and Justin Hinora. Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application. 

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8849.

ReturnToWorkSA (RTWSA) is a statutory authority responsible for insuring and regulating the South Australian Return to Work scheme. The organisation provides insurance that protects South Australian businesses and their workers in the event of a work injury.  A newly created executive role has emerged following a reconfiguration within the organisation.

Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Board and Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Operating Officer - Insurance will play a pivotal role in achieving RTWSA’s objective of a desirable, affordable and durable scheme.  Specifically, this key role will lead an integrated insurance function to ensure RTWSA provides a highly valued insurance coverage and support for employers and return to work support for their employees who become injured at work.

This Adelaide based position will suit a highly accomplished senior executive who can demonstrate both a successful track record of leadership within a medium to large regulated entity and an outstanding reputation for developing and fostering strong relationships both internally and externally.  Amongst the higher-level skills sought are innovative thinking, diplomacy, vision, strong communication and influencing skills, commercial, financial and political acumen, ability to manage and balance financial and non-financial risks and genuine leadership qualities.

This is a rare opportunity for a proven senior executive in this discipline to join and add value to a vital entity and thereby enjoy the unparalleled work/life balance that South Australia offers.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit rtwsa.com

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed and Justin Hinora. Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8827.

One of the largest and most experienced aged care providers in South Australia, Eldercare is a not-for-profit, values based organisation providing care for 1,000 residents in aged care facilities across the State.  Supported by 1,650 staff and hundreds of volunteers, Eldercare is widely respected for the delivery of high quality services underpinned by its core values of respect, accountability and connection.

One Board Member opportunity currently presents with a key focus on clinical governance, quality and safety standards and risk management.

Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified professionals ideally from an allied health or nursing background.  Aged care, rehabilitation or clinical pharmacy experience would also be highly regarded.  Clinical governance and risk management experience with capability leading and influencing clinical services and standards within a highly regulated environment during periods of transformation is a key proficiency.

Expressions of interest for a second Board seat are also invited from accounting professionals with general finance, governance and/or risk backgrounds.  CA or CPA qualifications are considered necessary.

For both roles, strongly developed leadership, relationship building, influencing and communication qualities are essential to ensure an effective contribution to the crucial work of the Eldercare Board and sub-committees.  AICD credentials are also highly valued for these roles.  Nominal Board Member and sub-committee member fees apply. 

This is a significant and changing time for suitably qualified individuals to gain further governance experience by joining the Board and adding value to this most worthy South Australian entity as it continues to make a genuine difference to people’s lives. 

For further information on our client, please visit eldercare.net.au 

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call (08) 8100 8827.

UniSA Ventures is the technology commercialisation and investment management company of the University of South Australia (UniSA) and works with the UniSA researchers to translate the outcomes of research into saleable intellectual assets and bridge the gap between academia and industry.

Reporting to the Director of Commercialisation and working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Commercial Manager team, this autonomous role will be responsible for:

• identifying, protecting, marketing, negotiating and transferring UniSA research outputs with commercial potential to industry and Government partners;
• managing the development, negotiation and execution of licence deals, options agreements and intellectual property (IP) assignments;
• driving the strategy behind business plans and investment proposals for spinout companies;
• identifying and supporting opportunities to secure commercial contract research funding;
• maintaining relationships with key public and private stakeholders to ensure a pipeline of future engagement opportunities for IP commercialisation.

Applications are invited from experienced technology transfer professionals with appropriate tertiary qualifications.  The successful candidate will have strong commercial acumen, highly developed stakeholder engagement capabilities and business planning and project management skills.  Experience in the higher education sector within the fields of technology transfer, IP management and IP commercialisation with a background in physical sciences will be highly desirable.

New technology development and its transfer to industry will underpin the future SA economy.  Make an enquiry to be a part of this transformation.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit unisa.edu.au/ventures

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Hannah Way on (08) 8100 8827.

Craniofacial Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that supports the provision of care for people suffering from craniomaxillo facial deformities.  Through the generosity of donors, it funds aspects of patient care, training of health professionals and medical research in Australia and overseas.  The organisation now seeks to appoint a commercially focussed Corporate Manager to guide the business through its next chapter. 

Reporting to and working closely with the Chairman of the Board and the skills-based Board, the Corporate Manager is responsible for:

• ensuring the business functions in accordance with the strategic and operational plan;
• providing effective and positive guidance to the dedicated small team;
• developing, managing and maintaining productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders;
• providing high level support to the Board inclusive of meetings, subcommittees and the point of contact for reporting authorities.

Applications are encouraged from appropriately qualified professionals with experience or an understanding of the community or not-for-profit sector.  High level interpersonal skills, strong strategic thinking capability, sound commercial acumen, versatility, energy, integrity and warmth will be important to ensure success in this part-time (ideally 3 days) role.  Make an enquiry to potentially join this unique entity driving a range of most worthy outcomes towards changing faces/changing lives.

For a job and person specification, please click on the PDF icon above or below, and for further information on our client, please visit craniofacial.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed. Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application. 

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Hannah Way on (08) 8100 8849.

Tutti Arts supports artists with disability by developing and showcasing their talent and helping them to seek careers and promote independence through community arts practice.  A rare opportunity has emerged for a General Manager to join and lead one of Australia’s foremost multi-arts organisations.

Reporting to the Board and working closely with the Artistic Director, this role is responsible for:

• supporting and facilitating the artists to pursue careers and build reputation, recognition and independence (including financial) through their arts practice;
• developing and maintaining strong strategic relationships with key community, corporate and government stakeholders;
• ensuring sound governance, risk management and compliance;
• leading, motivating and developing the Tutti Arts management team;
• identifying new business opportunities and guiding the long term marketing and strategic planning for the organisation;
• effectively and appropriately promoting and positioning the business for future growth, sustainability and success.  

Applications are invited from appropriately qualified and experienced individuals with the vision, commercial acumen, strength and passion necessary to fully realise the potential of Tutti Arts.  A deep understanding of the complexities of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), a genuine affinity with the arts and experience in managing a diverse organisation are essential qualities. Exceptional communication, networking and decision making skills are also key attributes.

This is a rare opportunity to lead an innovative, creative arts enterprise and make a significant contribution to both the growing Tutti Arts community and to the cultural future of the State.

For further information on our client, please visit tutti.org.au

Applications should be addressed to Andrew Reed.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Andrew or Hannah Way (08) 8100 8827.

Engaging a workforce of more than 2,500 and with a turnover circa $160m, Resthaven Incorporated is a leader in the rapidly growing aged and community services sector in South Australia.  Resthaven has more than 23 residential and community sites across metropolitan Adelaide and regional South Australia.

Opened in 2011, Resthaven Mount Gambier is a well-resourced residential aged care home located in the heart of the town and accommodates 100 people.  A new role has been created to support the learning needs of the Mount Gambier team. 

Reporting to the Manager Workforce Development (based in Adelaide), key responsibilities of this site-based role will include:

• proactively monitoring and responding to evolving learning needs through regular review of care and clinical practices of staff;
• providing on-the-job mentorship and support;
• design and delivery of clinical and professional training packages through various mediums, that align with organisational learning needs. 

We are seeking candidates with demonstrated high level competence in clinical skills, knowledge of the ageing process, caring for older people and gerontic nursing practice issues.  The ability to identify skill gaps and drive improved performance through teaching and coaching, together with, initiative toward education priorities and the ability to develop and design training packages will be pivotal to success.  Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA, and training and assessment qualifications are essential.

As an employer of choice, Resthaven offers an attractive remuneration package, employee benefits, relocation assistance and a highly supportive and collaborative culture.  Combine career and lifestyle whilst contributing to the community in the heart of Mount Gambier!

For further information on our client, please visit resthaven.asn.au

Applications should be addressed to Justin Hinora.  Please click on the Apply Today button to submit your application.

For a confidential discussion, please call Justin on (08) 8100 8849.