Human Resources Administration Traineeship

NECA Education and Careers; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NECA Education and Careers in Melbourne is offering a Human Resources Administration Traineeship. The role provides hands-on experience across recruitment, onboarding, employee records, payroll administration, and HR systems while completing a nationally recognised Certificate III or IV in Business.

Based in the Melbourne CBD office, the trainee will join a busy People Operations team, processing HR admin tasks and supporting a full employee lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Interest in Human Resources and building a career in an office environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage many administrative tasks.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and work with others in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume HR administration and employee transactions.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR systems.
• Prepare employment contracts and HR correspondence.
• Support onboarding and payroll administration and lifecycle processes.
• Assist with data processing and filing in line with compliance requirements.
• Provide administrative support to the People Operations team and liaise with internal stakeholders.

Skills

HR administration

Data entry

Record keeping

Onboarding

Education

Certificate III/IV in Business

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Human Resources Administration Traineeship

NECA Education and Careers – Melbourne VIC

Human Resources Administration Traineeship

Interested in Human Resources but not sure where to start? Whether university isn't the right fit for you or you're looking for a way to begin your career with no prior HR experience, this traineeship gives you the opportunity to earn while you learn and gain hands‑on experience in a professional office environment.

NECA Education & Careers, in partnership with a Victorian Government department, are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic People and Business Support Officer Trainee to join their team while completing a nationally recognised Certificate III or IV in Business.

About the Role

As a trainee, you'll become part of a busy People Operations team, supporting a range of HR administration processes that help employees throughout their employment journey. You'll learn how recruitment, onboarding, employee records, payroll administration, and HR systems work behind the scenes while building valuable workplace skills.

Working full-time based in the Melbourne CBD office, you will:

Process high-volume HR administration and employee transactions.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, documentation, and HR systems.

Prepare employment contracts, HR correspondence, and employee documentation.

Support onboarding, employee records management, payroll administration, and other employee lifecycle processes.

Assist with data processing, filing, and maintaining HR records in line with compliance requirements.

Provide administrative support to the People Operations team and liaise with a range of internal stakeholders.

This is a fast‑paced role with lots of learning opportunities. You'll gain exposure to the full employee lifecycle while developing strong administration, communication, and organisational skills.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A genuine interest in learning about Human Resources and building a career in an office environment.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to stay organised while managing a high volume of administrative tasks.

A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and confidence to ask questions when needed.

The ability to work well with others, contribute to a team, and build positive working relationships.

Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.

The ability to successfully obtain a Police Check and Working with Children’s Check

This traineeship is funded through the Victorian Government's Youth Employment Scheme (YES). Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the program. For more information, visit: https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs/work-experience-apprenticeships-internships/apprenticeships-traineeships/victorian-government-traineeships

What's in It for You?

Full-time employment (38 hours per week)

Earn while you learn - No HECS debt!

Nationally recognised Certificate III or IV in Business

Valuable experience within a Victorian Government department

Ongoing mentoring and support throughout your traineeship