Are you a motivated and compassionate HR professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for operational excellence? Join us at St Carthage's Community Care where your contribution to people and culture truly matters.
We are currently seeking a part-time (30hrs/week - pattern of work to be negotiated with the right candidate) HR Advisor to deliver high-quality HR services across our organisation. This pivotal role is based in our office in Goonellabah and supports the Manager - People & Culture by managing operational HR functions—ensuring smooth, compliant, and effective HR processes that align with our values and strategic goals.
About the Role
As the HR Advisor, you'll be the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries, supporting both managers and employees with advice, documentation, and process coordination. Your work will span HR administration, recruitment, compliance, employee relations, training coordination, and reporting.
You'll also contribute to the positive workplace culture we're proud of—built on compassion, inclusion, accountability, and courage.
Key Responsibilities
HR Administration
Maintain accurate employee records and manage onboarding processes.
Support recruitment processes: job ads, candidate shortlisting, interviews, and reference checks.
Policy & Compliance
Ensure HR policies meet Australian workplace laws and industry standards.
Assist with audits and mandatory reporting.
Employee Support
Be the go-to for HR enquiries and frontline employee relations.
Manage workers' compensation claims and coordinate return-to-work programs.
Training & Development
Organise internal and external training programs.
Monitor compliance with mandatory learning requirements.
Supporting managers with performance management
HR Reporting
Track and report on HR metrics like turnover and absenteeism.
Present operational updates to Manager - People & Culture and Business Owners.
What We're Looking For
Minimum Certificate IV or Diploma in Human Resources or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of hands-on HR experience.
Proficient with navigating HRIS (Employment Hero preferred) and Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, etc.).
Excellent communication, emotional intelligence, and time management skills.
Bachelors in Human Resources Management
Experience in NFP, Aged Care, Disability or Community Care sectors.
Knowledge of SCHADS Award and Nurses Award.
AHRI membership
Additional Requirements
NDIS Worker Screening Check
National Police Check
Valid NSW Driver's Licence
What You'll Bring
A solution-focused mindset and proactive approach to HR service delivery.
Professional integrity and a strong understanding of confidentiality.
The ability to build strong, supportive relationships across all levels.
A commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.
Why Join Us?
At St Carthage's Community Care we care about your professional development, wellbeing, and the difference you make every day. We offer salary sacrifice benefits and flexible approach to work. You'll be part of a team that supports, challenges, and uplifts—because together, we're better.
Ready to apply?
Interested? Apply now We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait to applyFor any direct enquiries related to the role, please contact Karla Orth, Manager - People & Culture 0492 841 287 .
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Please note that this position requires a National Criminal History Check (NCHC) and a NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia (Australian citizen or permanent resident) to be considered eligible to apply for this position.
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