Manager Organisational Development and Capability

The opportunity

At ReturnToWorkSA, our new service delivery model reflects our commitment to a culture of continuous improvement. This strategic shift enables us to release three critical roles for recruitment, each key to driving the anticipated outcomes of our new ways of working.

This is a unique opportunity to join ReturnToWorkSA as the Manager Organisational Development and Capability. In this leadership role, you will oversee a team of experienced talent and organisational development consultants to design and implement people solutions that enhance leadership, drive cultural transformation, and improve employee performance. You will also play a pivotal role in managing systems and reporting function within the People, Capability and Culture (PCC) team, while ensuring the successful delivery of the Safety and Wellbeing Strategy.

The position

As the Manager Organisational Development and Capability, you will play a key role in leading organisational wide initiatives that strengthen culture, drive capability uplift and enhance leadership effectiveness. This role plays a key part in aligning our HR and WHS policies and people development with business strategy, ensuring our workforce is agile and skilled. Your leadership will be key in embedding a ‘flow to work’ model, encouraging cross-functional collaboration to proactively address business related people challenges and workforce needs. An additional focus will be leveraging data, metrics, and research to drive evidence-based people solutions and embedding the optimal use of current technology while simultaneously exploring the future of technology enabled HR service delivery.

This role will be a full-time fixed term contract for 3 years.

What you bring

Known for leading high performing multi-disciplinary teams
Strong background in organisational development, performance, talent management, capability or learning and development roles
Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to lead and implement strategic projects and influence senior stakeholders
Strong knowledge of employment and Work Health Safety legislation
Experience in organisational design principles, job design and workforce planning methodologies
Skilled in interpreting workforce analytics and data, engagement and culture survey information to drive effective organisational development strategies.
ReturnToWorkSA Profile

At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury. Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible.

Why join us?

Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

An extensive wellbeing program
access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
a free onsite gym and bike storage
annual vaccinations, skin checks, seasonal fruit and corporate cup challenge
discounted corporate private health insurance
and a proactive EAP provider
Flexible work options including part time and working from home
Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD
Special requirements/Conditions

National Police Check
Qualification check
Some occasional out of hours work may be required
Further information

Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

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The salary range for this position is aligned with the Mercer CED Job Evaluation framework. The final offer will be commensurate with your qualifications, skills and experience.

How to apply

Please submit a cover letter demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume addressed to Monique Roberts, Executive Leader - People, Capability and Culture by 12:00pm 16 May 2025. If you would like to discuss the position further, Monique Roberts can be contacted on 08 8233 2427.

Please note shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately so we strongly encourage all candidates to put forward your applications as soon as possible. The role may close early if a preferred candidate is identified.

Inclusion and acceptance

ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Still not sure?

We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you. Read more