Leone Edgar
Darawank,Australia
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at NSW Health, excelling in human resources management and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in implementing organizational change initiatives, enhancing team morale, and achieving compliance with regulations. Skilled in conflict resolution and risk assessment, driving significant improvements in workforce efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Manager Pre Poll
NSW Electoral Commission
Taree, NSW
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Assist the Pre-Poll Manager in undertaking the full functions for the Pre-Polling Place.
- Supervised Check Count processes for Mid Coast Council Election ballot papers.
- Supervised a team handling incoming election results from 49 polling places.
Manager People & Workplace Culture
Biripi Aboriginal Medical Corporation
Taree, NSW
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw Human Resource and Payroll staff responsibilities, including recruitment.
- Conducted risk assessments related to reference checks.
- Oversaw staff training, payroll management, and disciplinary actions.
- Handled three challenging unfair dismissals and eight terminations.
- Led organizational cultural change initiatives to align processes and values.
- Oversaw the deployment and execution of Employment Hero, a new HR & Payroll system, successfully launched in mid-January 2024.
- Enhanced team morale and retention through recognition programs and career development opportunities.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
HR Advisor
Sunrise Home Care
Tuncurry, NSW
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed advertising, recruitment, issuance of employment contracts and drafting position descriptions. Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork. Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for various positions.
- Prepared, interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Compiled reports related to human resources activities such as turnover rate and benefit utilization.
- Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
- Handled employee relations including performance management, disciplinary action and grievances.
- Maintained accurate records of employee data using HR software systems.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires by providing orientation materials and conducting orientation sessions.
Staffing Officer
Australian Electoral Commission
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Recruited over 1200 election staff for the 2022 Federal Election.
- Supported voter registration efforts.
HR Lead
Australia AMI Expeditionary Health Pty Ltd
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Provision of HR support for Australia including managing recruitment and general HR issues including all disciplinary and grievance matters; drafting of Enterprise Agreement, position descriptions & contracts of employment etc
Field Manager
Australian Bureau of Statistics
Darawank, NSW
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Managing a team of 8 Field Staff for the conduct the Census collection.
Customer Service Officer
Imaging Solutions Corporation
Tuggerah, NSW
04.2012 - 04.2021
- Handled general administrative tasks such as recruitment, client liaison, and document scanning.
- Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.
HR Officer
Bundaleer Care Services
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Oversaw comprehensive recruitment functions such as job description crafting, ad posting, and applicant culling.
- Updated payroll with information of new employees.
HR & Payroll Officer
Terrigal Grosvenor Lodge Pty Ltd
The Entrance, NSW
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Oversaw payroll and HR functions including data entry, payroll processing, recruitment management, disciplinary issues, and industrial matters.
- Assisting with performance reviews and resolving disputes between supervisors and employees.
- Updating job descriptions as needed when positions change within the organization.
HR Services Manager
NSW Health
Newcastle, NSW
08.2008 - 11.2010
- Delivering accurate, timely, cost effective and efficient shared HR Services to customers (approx 70,000) in accordance with relevant legislative and statutory requirements, awards and agreements, policies and procedures.
- Managed key functions such as recruitment, advertising, payroll, and employee services.
- Managed division budget and oversaw recruitment functions for 125 staff.
- Handled customer complaints and resolved issues promptly to maintain positive relationships.
- Collaborated with senior management on developing a long-term vision for the provision of services.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Business Process Architect, Corporate IT Program
NSW Health
Gladesville, NSW
04.2008 - 08.2008
- Transformed HR and Payroll Corporate Service objectives into standard business processes.
- Ensured consistency in implementation across project streams by identifying business priorities and ensuring resolution of the issues arising.
Manager HR & Payroll Services, Senior Officer
NSW Businesslink
Liverpool, NSW
10.2006 - 04.2008
- Directed payroll and human resources service initiatives using SAP HR for a large multi-agency workforce surpassing 21,000 personnel.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Directed recruitment, hiring, and training of new staff members.
Principal Project Officer
Community Services
Ashfield, NSW
01.2006 - 10.2006
- Provided guidance and support to staff and management in all HR matters.
- Served as primary contact for NSW Businesslink regarding HR payroll and recruitment.
HR Manager
Catholic Church Diocese of Broken Bay
Thornleigh, NSW
08.2005 - 01.2006
- Oversaw HR functions such as payroll, recruitment, industrial relations, OH&S, EEO, and worker's compensation.
- Provided guidance on labor law regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
HR Consultant
Docstream Pty Ltd
Tascott, NSW
01.2005 - 08.2005
- Engaged by NSW Health to update the Leave Matters Manual for Area Health Services.
- Completed full revision of the Leave Matters for the NSW Health System
- Provided HR consultancy and job evaluation guidance across NSW Health.
HR Project Manager
Department of Health SES
North Sydney, NSW
09.2004 - 12.2004
- Developed HR Change Management Plan for NSW Health
- Collaborated with Employee Relations Division of NSW Health to plan staffing aspects for Area Health Services amalgamation across NSW.
Area Director
Area Health Service
Gosford, NSW
04.2002 - 12.2004
- Reporting to the CEO oversaw human resources functions for a staff of 5,500.
- Developed and maintained operational procedures and standards to ensure consistency and quality.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Managed budget for the area, including forecasting, expense tracking, and cost reduction efforts.
- Transformed manner of HR service provision to enhance strategic emphasis.
- Implemented significant cultural change for HR staff, enhancing role execution.
- Led the development and implementation of the Area's Aboriginal Employment Strategy.
- Collaborated with Aboriginal community groups to enhance recruitment strategies.
Manager
NSW Health
North Sydney, NSW
04.1999 - 04.2002
- Managed database for industrial awards, agreements, and employment condition determinations.
- Managed the industrial coding system for the states payroll systems and maintained the industrial library.
- Directed all aspects of SES personnel and payroll management.
Health Manager
NSAHS
North Ryde, NSW
04.1999 - 04.2002
- Oversaw employee services along with payroll management and recruitment activities for staff totaling 12,500.
- Oversaw centralization of HR services for multiple hospitals.
- Successfully implemented a change management plan, leading to significant changes in HR service delivery for 12,500 staff.
- Led major cultural transformation in health service, enhancing HR's perceived value.
- Led initiatives to create and execute the Area's Aboriginal Employment Strategy.
- Facilitated discussions with Aboriginal community groups to build effective strategies for attracting and retaining indigenous staff.
Manager, HR Policy and Strategy
NSW, Workforce Services
North Sydney, NSW
02.1996 - 06.1996
- Reported to General Manager Corporate Services with responsibility for developing HR policies and procedures for NSW Health System.
Acting Director
Workforce Services, Health SES
North Sydney, NSW
05.1995 - 02.1996
- Led the Workforce Services Branch, delivering statewide HR/IR advisory services.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
Manager
NSW, Workforce Services
North Sydney, NSW
06.1994 - 05.1995
- Oversaw HR services, including payroll and recruitment, for the Department of Health's 850 staff.
- I introduced computerised recruitment processing.
Manager
HR Rural Health and Direct Services
North Sydney, NSW
08.1993 - 06.1994
- Advised staff on redeployment and redundancy following organizational restructuring.
- Addressed workforce concerns and issues.
Education
Higher School Certificate -
Sefton High School
Associate Diploma - Health
Mitchell College of Advanced Education
Bachelor of Management - Health Science
Charles Sturt University
Industrial Relations and the Law -
Sydney University
MYOB and Accounting Course -
Skills
- Human resources management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Skilled in mediation
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution expertise
- Customer service and satisfaction
Certification
- Certified Workplace Assessor
- Formal training in job evaluation and analysis
- Job redesign
References
- Ms Glenda Dingwall, Former Director of Workforce Services South Western Sydney Local Health District, 0439871680
- Ms Marilyn Piggott, Executive Director Minchinbury Community Hospital, 0416239842
Timeline
Deputy Manager Pre Poll
NSW Electoral Commission
08.2024 - 09.2024
Manager People & Workplace Culture
Biripi Aboriginal Medical Corporation
10.2023 - 01.2024
HR Advisor
Sunrise Home Care
11.2022 - 10.2023
Staffing Officer
Australian Electoral Commission
10.2021 - 07.2022
Field Manager
Australian Bureau of Statistics
05.2021 - 09.2021
HR Lead
Australia AMI Expeditionary Health Pty Ltd
04.2021 - 03.2022
HR Officer
Bundaleer Care Services
06.2018 - 08.2018
Customer Service Officer
Imaging Solutions Corporation
04.2012 - 04.2021
HR & Payroll Officer
Terrigal Grosvenor Lodge Pty Ltd
01.2012 - 04.2012
HR Services Manager
NSW Health
08.2008 - 11.2010
Business Process Architect, Corporate IT Program
NSW Health
04.2008 - 08.2008
Manager HR & Payroll Services, Senior Officer
NSW Businesslink
10.2006 - 04.2008
Principal Project Officer
Community Services
01.2006 - 10.2006
HR Manager
Catholic Church Diocese of Broken Bay
08.2005 - 01.2006
HR Consultant
Docstream Pty Ltd
01.2005 - 08.2005
HR Project Manager
Department of Health SES
09.2004 - 12.2004
Area Director
Area Health Service
04.2002 - 12.2004
Manager
NSW Health
04.1999 - 04.2002
Health Manager
NSAHS
04.1999 - 04.2002
Manager, HR Policy and Strategy
NSW, Workforce Services
02.1996 - 06.1996
Acting Director
Workforce Services, Health SES
05.1995 - 02.1996
Manager
NSW, Workforce Services
06.1994 - 05.1995
Manager
HR Rural Health and Direct Services
08.1993 - 06.1994
Higher School Certificate -
Sefton High School
Associate Diploma - Health
Mitchell College of Advanced Education
Bachelor of Management - Health Science
Charles Sturt University
Industrial Relations and the Law -
Sydney University
MYOB and Accounting Course -
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