Human Resources Officer

Wellington Shire Council; Sale; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Flexible hours

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

Wellington Shire Council in Victoria, Australia, is seeking a motivated Human Resources Officer to support HR operations across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to culture initiatives. The role offers a full-time permanent opportunity with band 5 remuneration and 12% superannuation.

You will work across recruitment, staff movements, reporting and records management, contributing to equity, diversity and inclusion, and driving continuous improvement projects within a

Qualifications

• Understanding of HR policies and confidentiality requirements.
• High level administration skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to build relationships and be a team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; adaptable to audiences.
• Can-do attitude, organized and able to problem solve.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Leaders through the Employee Lifecycle processes.
• Administration of end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and induction processes.
• Administration of staff movements processes.
• Support HR operations with administration, reporting, and record management.
• Contribute to equity, diversity and inclusion, recognition, and culture-building initiatives.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate awareness and celebration events that connect and engage our people.

Job description

Human Resources Officer Position No. 595
Full-time permanent opportunity
Band 5 $77,357 - $88,159 per annum plus 12% statutory superannuation

Be part of shaping a great employee experience at Wellington Shire Council!

We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Officer to support HR operations across the employee lifecycle. From recruitment and onboarding to people-focused projects and initiatives, you'll play a key role in strengthening our culture and supporting our workforce.

What your day will look like:

As our Human Resources Officer, you'll be hands-on across a wide range of HR activities, including:

• Supporting Leaders through the Employee Lifecycle processes.
• Administration of end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and induction processes.
• Administration of staff movements processes.
• Support HR operations with administration, reporting, and record management.
• Contribute to equity, diversity and inclusion, recognition, and culture-building initiatives.
• Assist with HR projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate awareness and celebration events that connect and engage our people.

What you will gain:

Working with us means a gateway to personal and professional growth. Here's what's in it for you:

• Flexibility through hybrid working arrangements and flexible hours.
• The benefits of living and working in a welcoming regional community.
• Opportunities to purchase additional leave to balance work and life.
• Professional development and career growth in a supportive, values-driven team.
• The chance to be part of meaningful projects that impact our people and culture.

We are looking for someone with:

• An understanding of HR policies, practices and confidentiality requirements.
• High level administration skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Practical experience in building relationships and a proven track record as a team player.
• Great written and verbal communication skills - with the ability to adapt your style to different audiences.
• A 'can-do' attitude, who is organised, can adapt and problem solve.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing demands.

Why Wellington?

Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.

Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of "Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities". As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.

We use award-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.

We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.

Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities. Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.

About Wellington

Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.

In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.

Whether it's a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Macalister River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there's plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere! Home to a range of tight-knit communities, you'll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.

From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you'll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try! Eat. Drink. Gippsland Guide | Visit Gippsland

Visit https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/ to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.