HR Delegations

Human Resources delegations define the specific responsibilities and decision-making authority granted to managers and leaders for workforce matters. This includes actions such as approving leave, managing recruitment, conducting disciplinary processes, and other employee-related decisions. HR Delegations ensure that the right people make the right decisions at the appropriate level, in line with organisational policies and governance frameworks.

If you manage people, you may hold HR Delegations responsibilities. It is important to understand the HR Delegations framework within your HHS and know which delegation band your role – and the role above you – falls under.

This clarify helps you know what decisions you are authorised to make and when to escalate to a more senior manager.

Remember, the delegation is attached to your role, not you as an individual, so if you change role your delegation may change.

Labour and Non-labour costs

Flip over the cards to discover what makes up labor and non-labour costs.

Labour costs

Labour costs

Expenses related to employing staff.

Examples:

  • salaries and wages

  • overtime

  • allowances

  • superannuation

  • leave.

Non-labour costs

Non-labour costs

Costs to deliver health services.

Examples:

  • medical supplies

  • pharmaceuticals

  • equipment and assets

  • utilities

  • IT systems.

Investigate your role and budget responsibilities:

Why it's important

You need to be aware of HR Delegations so you:

  • Act within your authority

  • Follow correct processes

  • Reduce risk to yourself and the organisation

  • Streamline decision-making

  • Support accountability in day-to-day management

HHS HR Delegations

Make sure you are familiar with your HHS's HR Delegations: