Human Resources Coordinator

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff discounts

Job summary

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd in Mulgrave, VIC, is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support our expanding FMCG business. You will assist with end-to-end recruitment, policy administration, reporting to government agencies, and employee relations, ensuring compliance and a positive workplace.

The role requires HR/Payroll experience, familiarity with HRIS platforms (Employment Hero, ADP), strong Excel skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Full Australian working rights and MUST live in Australia.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related field is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in HRM/Payroll roles is desirable.
• Experience using HRIS platforms (Employment Hero and ADP) is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of HR practices and compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist department managers with end-to-end recruitment, contracts and onboarding.
• Develop and update policy; review benefits programs and employee relations initiatives.
• Prepare and consolidate reports for government agencies and manpower planning.
• Support managers and counsel employees per company procedures and compliance.
• Be the primary contact for workers' compensation and safety measures.
• Liaise with authorities and unions on compliance matters.
• Guide management to training plans and budget; contribute to events and newsletters.
• Process payroll tasks when required as part of business needs.

Skills

HR experience

Recruitment

Policy administration

Employee relations

OH&S

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources

Tools

Employment Hero

ADP

Job description

Oriental Merchant is a leading wholesaler and distributor of authentic Asian Groceries globally. We have strong presence in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United Kingdom and Holland, and our footprints continue to grow. Together with our strategic partners and suppliers, we aim to putting our brands in every consumer's hand as well as in their hearts and minds, and our products always reach them at the right place and at a right time.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Coordinator to join our HR team in Mulgrave, VIC!

This is a permanent full-time position.

What you'll be doing

Recruitment

• Assist department managers with end-to-end recruitment, ensure employment contracts templates are relevant operationally and in compliance with legislative framework. Prepare and make offers to selected candidates and organise orientation and induction for new employees.

Employment Policy Administration

• Develop review and update company policies, review company benefits program including employee relations initiatives to ensure alignment with company requirements and market practices.

Management and Statutory Reports

• Prepare and consolidate reports for government agencies and support management with relevant reports and statistics for manpower planning and business development initiatives.

Employee Relations

• Support department managers and counsel employees in line with the company procedure and disciplinary processes in line with legislative framework.

OH&S and Worker's Compensation

• Be the primary point of contact for workers compensation claims and assist in the implementation of Occupational Health & Safety measures as necessary.

Government Agencies and Union Relations

• Assist the company to liase with relevant authorities regarding compliance issues, update management on any new changes to legislative and compliance requirements and liase with union officials in relation to any union related matters.

Learning and Development

• Guide management to formulate relevant training plans for employees and consolidate training requirements for the purpose of establishing the training budget.

Project Management and Employee Engagement

• Planning of company event initiatives and contribute to running events and proactively contribute to the quarterly newsletter.
• Willingness to learn and process Payroll function if and when required based on business needs.

What we're looking for

• Full Australian working rights and MUST live in Australia
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field is highly regarded
• Demonstrated previous experience in HRM/Payroll related roles is desirable
• Experience using HRIS platforms is desirable but not essential, especially Employment Hero and ADP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of HR practices and compliance
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Positive attitude and ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic and diverse work environment
• Join an expanding global company and gain extensive exposure to the FMCG industry
• Opportunities for growth and progression
• Supportive work environment
• Generous company discounts

If you would like further information, please reach out to [e-mail]

Company Overview

Oriental Merchant is one of the world's leading suppliers of Asian food products committed to bringing authentic Asian brands and products to the Western market. Originating from a small family grocery store in Melbourne, with steady growth and establishing our business across the globe over the years, Oriental Merchant's family values and dedication to unravel the mysteries of Asian cooking have continued on a large scale.