Job description
- Opportunity to kickstart your HR career in a busy non-for-profit within the north west Melbourne region
- Full Time (1.0 FTE), Maximum Term role until February 2025
- Base Remuneration starting at $56K + super + salary packaging
- Generous NFP salary packaging options up to $18,550
- Great Docklands location with option to work some days at home
The HR Administration officer will play a critical role in providing administrative support to the Human Resources department and provide back-up support to the reception/admin function. They will have strong written and verbal communication, and record management skills, with an interest in a career in HR.
About Us
We are North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN), Victoria’s largest independent, locally governed and run, not-for-profit PHN, dedicated to improving primary health care in our community.
What are PHNs?
PHNs have been established with two key objectives:
- Increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of services for community members, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes
- Improving coordination of care to ensure people receive the right care in the right place, at the right time
A typical week may include:
- Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
- Supporting hiring managers throughout the recruitment process such as phone screening candidates, organising interviews, conducting background checks
- Assist in updating documentation such as policies, staff benefits and procedures
- Assist in the onboarding process for new starters including organising induction briefing sessions, assigning onboarding modules in the Learning Management System (LMS)
- Provide reception support as required e.g. answering calls, collecting mail, directing enquiries, organising events
We are looking for someone who has:
- Knowledge of HR systems, or strong administrative background. Diploma in Human Resources (or progression towards) would be desirable
- Skilled administrative support skills such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and handling correspondence
- Skills in record keeping, including organising employee files, visitor logs, office supplies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills which includes interacting with visitors, employees, candidates and external stakeholders
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to multi-task
- Understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion
- Familiarity with office software and equipment, including MS Office, email systems, and basic troubleshooting
What’s in it for you?
- A friendly and supportive professional environment
- On-the-job training from a supportive HR team
- Career progression opportunities
- Great work-life balance (Hybrid options to work from home and in the office)
Other Benefits:
- Newly Introduced Life Leave – up to 4 days of paid leave a year for cultural celebrations, family events, or your birthday
- Generous paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers
- Additional paid leave at Christmas/NY
- Can apply for additional purchased leave (48/52)
- Fun social club and health and wellbeing activities
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a National Police Check.
NWMPHN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recognise the importance of attracting and retaining talent that mirrors our diverse community. Applicants from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply for this job, click ‘Apply Now’ using reference 6528431.
A position description is attached.