Human Resources Officer - 12 month Contract
Village Cinemas has been providing quality entertainment for Australian families since 1954. We have created countless memories in our cinemas, with a focus on a meaningful guest experience.
Are you an HR professional who thrives in fast-paced, people-first environments? Village Cinemas is seeking a Human Resources Officer for a 12 month contract role, to coach and support our guest-facing leaders in managing all people matters including recruitment, performance and development, confidently, compliantly, and with care.
Why This Role?
This role offers the opportunity to:
Make a real impact by helping site leaders take ownership of people decisions and strengthen team performance.
Solve real challenges — guide leaders through employee relations, performance, and conduct issues in line with policy and legislation.
Talent Acquisition - Recruiting and onboarding for our site teams to deliver exceptional guest experience at all times.
Coach as you go — build capability through practical, real-time support rather than formal training.
Grow your career in a dynamic, multi-site business where every day brings variety and purpose.
Join a values-led team in a proudly Australian-owned company that puts people and guest experience first.
This is a site-based role with one day per week at the Support Office.
As the Human Resources Officer, you will:
Partner with site leaders to manage and resolve people issues, from performance and conduct to engagement and motivation.
Build leader capability by guiding managers through the "how" and "why" of people processes ensuring confident, compliant, and consistent action.
Provide trusted HR advice aligned with the Fair Work Act, Modern Awards, and our company policy.
Support recruitment and onboarding, ensuring leaders are confident in selecting and setting up great talent.
Track trends and insights in ER, turnover, and capability to identify where extra support is needed.
Promote positive workplace culture, encouraging early intervention and proactive problem-solving.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings:
Experience: 3+ years in HR, ideally in a business partnering or advisory capacity within a multi-site and service-driven environment.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of employment legislation, compliance, and best practice people management.
Skills: Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution. You simplify complexity and build confidence in others.
Mindset: Hands-on, approachable, and solution-focused. You guide, support, and empower leaders to act.
Values: You live our Service Values: Welcome, Deliver, Engage, Anticipate, Impress every day.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and help us build confident leaders, engaged teams, and exceptional guest experiences.
Village Cinemas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proudly commits to responding to every applicant as a Circle Back Employer. We welcome applicants of all genders, identities, and backgrounds.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Human Resources
Industries: Entertainment Providers
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