Willetton, Western Australia 6155, Australia • A$80,000 - A$90,000
Full-time Permanent Associate
Description
About Us
Apex Lifestyle is a growing disability services provider within the NDIS family, delivering high-quality, person-centred supports across a range of client needs, including respite and Supported Independent Living (SIL).
We support people of all ages with physical and intellectual disabilities and pride ourselves on being responsive, flexible, and values-driven. Our participants are supported by a strong internal network of OH&S, HR, service coordinators, team leaders and dedicated support workers, enabling us to meet client needs promptly and safely.
As the NDIS and workforce landscape continues to evolve, Apex Lifestyle is committed to best-practice people management, compliance, and employee wellbeing.
The Role
We are seeking a capable and people-focused HR Officer to join our team and support the full employee lifecycle across the organisation. This role combines hands‐on HR administration with advisory and operational HR responsibilities, supporting leaders and employees across a growing and diverse workforce.
Reporting to senior management, the HR Officer will play a key role in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance with NDIS and employment legislation, and the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is ready to step into a broader HR role within a supportive and values-driven organisation.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
HR Operations & Administration
* Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including contracts, compliance documentation, certifications, and leave records
* Manage and improve HR systems and databases (HRIS), ensuring data accuracy and compliance
* Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and documentation for management
Recruitment & Onboarding
* Coordinate end-to-end recruitment and selection processes
* Draft, publish, and manage job advertisements
* Screen applications, coordinate interviews, and communicate with candidates
* Manage onboarding and induction processes, including NDIS compliance requirements
* Develop and maintain onboarding and training materials
Employee Relations & Advisory Support
* Act as a first point of contact for employee HR enquiries regarding policies, entitlements, and workplace matters
* Support performance management, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations, including meeting coordination and documentation
* Provide advice to management on appropriate HR practices, policies, and procedures
* Identify and elevate workforce risks, wellbeing concerns, or compliance issues
Compliance & Best Practice
* Ensure compliance with Fair Work legislation, Modern Awards, and NDIS Quality & Safeguards requirements
* Monitor employee screening, mandatory training, and credential currency
* Assist with internal audits, accreditation preparation, and continuous improvement initiatives
* Support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures
Payroll & Workforce Support
* Prepare and validate payroll-related data (e.g. hours worked, employment changes, allowances)
* Liaise with payroll providers and managers to resolve discrepancies
* Support workforce planning and resource needs across services
About You
You are a confident and approachable HR professional who enjoys balancing operational work with employee support and advisory responsibilities. You are organised, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
* Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
* Completion of NDIS Worker Orientation Module and Induction Module
* Sound understanding of confidentiality and ethical HR practice
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
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