General Manager – People & Culture

• Join one of the largest providers of disability support services in Western Victoria
• Full time on site Ballarat based role
• Lead with impact, drive strategy, shape culture, empower teams

McCallum Disability Services Inc. (McCallum) is an Australian non-profit organisation that provides support services to people with disabilities. Established to empower individuals with disabilities and promote their inclusion in the community, McCallum focuses on delivering high-quality care tailored to the needs of each person. Established in 1953, the organisation has grown to be one of the largest providers of disability support services, under the National Disability Insurance Scheme in Western Victoria.

Providing a range of services, including individual support services, NDIS support coordination, community based and site-based programs, accommodation, supported employment through their social enterprise initiatives and skills development and training programs, McCallum operate in a highly regulated and competitive environment.

The General Manager People and Culture will lead and manage a multi-disciplined team and has strategic oversight and responsibility for McCallum’s workforce, safety, culture and organisational development activities. The role requires strategic capability coupled with practical execution as you will be required to contribute to executive decisions, influence strategy and set the People and Culture direction; all while resolving complex people matters. You’ll build strong relationships across the organisation to achieve values aligned people initiatives that support organisational performance and development.

An existing executive, with a successful track record of providing forward thinking, strategic leadership in complex, highly regulated and constantly changing environments, you will have expertise in leading change and influencing. You’ll bring a strong background in industrial and employee relations, have navigated diverse workforces, and your well-developed problem solving, communication and influencing skills will build trust at all levels.

Brining expertise with contemporary people and culture tools and frameworks, you will make data informed decisions and be focused on continuous improvement to support you in leading a capable team across all areas of the employee lifecycle. The ability to coach and mentor leaders, and build inclusive, high-performing teams will ensure your success in the role. Your alignment with the values of McCallum will be vital.

The remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate and will comprise of base salary, superannuation, car and phone allowance plus access to salary packaging.

Inspired? For a confidential discussion contact Ange Connor on 0407 833 152. The position description is available by clicking the ‘download position description’ button. To apply, please click ‘apply for position’ by Wednesday 1st October 2025.