Posted: 19/11/2025
Closing Date: 09/12/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Orange
Job Category: Administration and Office
Mercy Connect supports people in need to live fulfilled lives. We provide a range of services to support adults, children and older people with a disability to live independently and get actively involved in their community. Mercy Connect is a not-for-profit Catholic organisation delivering a range of programs registered under the NDIS. Our programs support people with disability to build skills and capability to ensure they can participate in leading a meaningful life.
Job Description
We’re looking for a proactive and values-driven People & Culture Coordinator to join our team. This is a true generalist HR role where you’ll support the full employee lifecycle and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance the wellbeing of our people.
The role:
Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, you’ll take on a true generalist HR role, supporting the full employee lifecycle while contributing to strategic initiatives that enhance the wellbeing and engagement of our people. You’ll be a proactive partner, a trusted advisor, and a hands-on contributor who thrives in a energetic and collaborative workplace.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, you’ll:
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
- Provide advice on HR and industrial relations matters.
- Support payroll, WHS, and Return to Work programs.
- Partner with managers to deliver positive employee experiences.
- Contribute to learning and development initiatives and wellbeing programs.
This role is based at our Orange corporate office, with regular travel to other sites.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
You’re an experienced HR professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and can work autonomously when needed. You’ll bring:
- Demonstrated HR generalist experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced HRIS and payroll system knowledge.
- Sound understanding of WHS and RTW processes.
- Ability to interpret Awards and workplace legislation.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Tertiary qualifications or Certificate IV in HR (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR coordination or similar role.
Desirable (but not essential)
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
- Return to Work Coordinator certification
- Mental Health and/or Reslience First Aid
- AHRI Membership
Other Requirements
- NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module
- WWCC (NSW)
- Valid Driver’s License
- First Aid and CPR
- Right to work in Australia
What We Offer
- A values-driven, supportive workplace culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
- Competitive salary and benefits
Mercy Connect is committed to the safety of children and vulnerable people. We have zero tolerance of abuse towards children and people with a disability. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police records, reference and other probity checks (as we see fit) to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.