Human Resources Support Administrator

DGH Engineering; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DGH Engineering is seeking a Human Resources Support Administrator to provide essential administrative support to the HR department, maintaining personnel records and assisting with recruitment processes.

You will help organise HR events, inductions and training sessions, respond to employee inquiries, and ensure compliance with data protection standards in all HR activities, contributing to a collaborative and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative support role, preferably within HR.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with professional presentation.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling, correspondence and record-keeping.
• Maintaining and updating employee records, personnel files and HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assisting with recruitment processes, including coordinating job postings, screening applications and scheduling interviews.
• Supporting the organisation of HR events, inductions, training sessions and team activities.
• Responding to employee enquiries and providing general information regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Preparing HR reports and documentation as requested by the HR team.
• Ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards in all HR-related activities.
• Supporting the coordination of employee benefits and wellness programmes.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About the role

DGH is seeking a Human Resources Support Administrator to join our team. As a Human Resources Support Administrator, you will provide essential administrative support to our HR department, ensuring smooth operations and contributing to the effective management of human resources functions across the organisation. This position plays an important role in supporting HR initiatives and maintaining accurate personnel records and processes.

Key responsibilities

• Providing administrative support to the HR department, including scheduling, correspondence and record-keeping
• Maintaining and updating employee records, personnel files and HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality
• Assisting with recruitment processes, including coordinating job postings, screening applications and scheduling interviews
• Supporting the organisation of HR events, inductions, training sessions and team activities
• Responding to employee enquiries and providing general information regarding HR policies and procedures
• Preparing HR reports and documentation as requested by the HR teamli>
• Ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards in all HR-related activities
• Supporting the coordination of employee benefits and wellness programmes

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in an administrative support role, preferably within a Human Resources department
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with professional presentation
• Attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling sensitive employee information
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• A courteous, professional demeanour with strong interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with HR systems or databases is desirable
• Understanding of employment law and HR best practices is advantageous

What we offer

DGH offers competitive rates and flexible working arrangements that suit your lifestyle. We provide a supportive workplace culture where professional development is encouraged. Our team benefits from a collaborative environment, and we are committed to the wellbeing and satisfaction of our employees. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us.