PART TIME – Permanent
Salary: $98,706 Full time (pro rata part time) + 12% Superannuation
Location: Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Geraldton
Vacancy Closes: 5pm, Monday 23 February 2026
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our People & Culture Team as a HR Advisor on a permanent part‑time basis, with flexible hours between 20–40 hours per week. The final weekly hours, along with start and finish times, will be discussed and agreed upon with the successful candidate.
About Us
Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) provides an essential service, connecting regional Australia to national and international markets as a specialist port catering to boutique and diverse operations.
MWPA operates seven (7) commercial berths and critical marine and land assets which enables the facilitation of trade for the Mid West region, exporting a variety of products including iron ore, grains, mineral sands, non-mineral sands and mineral concentrates. The Port also imports fuel, fertiliser and break bulk cargo. The Port of Geraldton also encompasses the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH), home to Geraldton's fishing industry. The FBH provides significant opportunities for further development of the Port and activation of a thriving commercial and leisure industry hub.
Mid West Ports Authority embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
About the Role
This position supports the People & Culture Manager, the Senior Management Team and MWPA staff by ensuring essential Human Resources and training functions are carried out and completed efficiently. This role will undertake projects as directed by the People & Culture Manager in line with the organisations strategic and workforce development plans.
About You
Key qualifications and experience:
Essential
· Relevant Human Resources Tertiary or relevant Industry experience
· Highly motivated self-starter who is able to work with minimal supervision;
· Previous experience in recruitment and employment screening;
· Demonstrated understanding of human resource practises and legislation;
· Demonstrated time management skills with ability to manage concurrent priorities in a fast-paced environment;
· Ability to identifying training needs and liaising with training providers and staff to ensure compliance;
· Attention to detail and excellent customer service;
· Ability to build strong professional relationships across a multi-faceted organisation; and
· Sound computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and database systems.
Desirable
· Cert IV Training and Assessor
Benefits:
· days (pro rata) of Annual leave
· (pro rata) days of Personal leave
· weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)
· Annual salary increases
· Phone allowance
· Access to training and development opportunities
· Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
· Employee and Service Recognition Reward Program
· Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
If we have captured your interest, more information on the role and application process can be found by visiting our website See the 'Careers' tab.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for positions in the public sector.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the advertised vacancy. However, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. This option remains valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Living in the Mid West:
MWPA operations are located in sunny Geraldton, situated 400kms north of Perth, Western Australia, and is a coastal, community focused and family friendly town. We also have several key roles based in our Perth office.
Our reputation for sunny days, beautiful beaches, water sports and wildflowers should be enough to tempt anyone, but if you need more convincing check out this video for more information on why you should live and work in Geraldton. Make the Move » Visit Geraldton