People & Culture Officer

Edward River Council; Deniliquin; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

9-day fortnight

Learning and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Edward River Council is seeking a motivated People & Culture Officer to support payroll and HR processes within our People & Culture team. This permanent full-time role offers a 35-hour week with a 9-day fortnight, flexible work options and strong learning and development opportunities.

You will coordinate fortnightly payroll, maintain employee records with confidentiality, support recruitment and onboarding, and assist with wellbeing initiatives and reporting.

Qualifications

• Contemporary payroll processing experience.
• Knowledge of HR administration practices.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process the Council's fortnightly payroll.
• Maintain payroll and employee records with confidentiality.
• Respond to payroll and HR enquiries from employees.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, performance review and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate training activities and maintain training records.
• Administer Council's uniform program.
• Coordinate wellbeing initiatives, including health screening and vaccination programs.
• Maintain HR records in the electronic records management system.
• Assist with workforce reporting and statutory payroll obligations.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR administration

Communication

Confidentiality

Meeting deadlines

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Certificate III in HR

Tools

TechnologyOne

Job description

Edward River Council is seeking a motivated and detail oriented People & Culture Officer to join our People & Culture team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in payroll administration and human resources who is passionate about delivering high quality customer service and supporting our workforce.

35-hour week | 9-day fortnight

Flexible work options

Learning and Development Opportunities

Permanent Full-Time Position

Grade 9 ($72,987.20 - $82,578.32per annum + Superannuation)

About Edward River Council

Edward River Council serves a vibrant and diverse community, offering a unique blend of rural charm and progressive innovation. Located in the heart of the Riverina, we are committed to fostering a thriving community where residents enjoy a high quality of life. We pride ourselves on being forward-thinking, dedicated to community needs, sustainable practices, and creating opportunities for growth and development. Our focus on community engagement and effective service delivery makes us an exciting place to build your career

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process Council's fortnightly payroll.
• Maintain payroll and employee records with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Respond to payroll and human resources enquiries from employees.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, performance review and offboarding processes.
• Coordinate training activities and maintain employee training records.
• Administer Council's corporate uniform program.
• Coordinate employee wellbeing initiatives, including health screening and vaccination programs.
• Maintain HR records and documentation in Council's electronic records management system.
• Assist with workforce reporting and statutory payroll obligations

What You Will Bring

• Contemporary experience in payroll processing and data entry.
• Knowledge and understanding of human resources administration practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Ability to work independently and contribute positively within a team environment.
• Commitment to delivering outcomes aligned with Council's values of Leadership, Excellence, Accountability and Delivery.
• Working with Children Check and National Police Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Current Driver Licence
• Certificate III in Human Resources or related discipline.
• Experience using enterprise payroll systems.
• Knowledge of TechnologyOne software.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in supporting Council's most valuable asset - our people.
• Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Access professional development and training opportunities.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a 9-day fortnight.
• Access to Council's Employee Assistance Program.
• Build a rewarding career while making a positive impact on your local community.

Application Deadline: Sunday 29 November 2026

At Edward River Council, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We celebrate and support individuals of all abilities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities and ensure that our recruitment process accommodates their needs.

We are dedicated to creating equal opportunities for all applicants and ensuring that everyone has the chance to thrive at Edward River Council