HR Officer
Struddys is seeking an experienced and motivated HR professional to join our team at our Head Office in Luscombe.
Reports to: The HR Officer will report to the HR Manager.
Job Summary
The Human Resources Officer provides day-to-day HR support across the employee lifecycle, ensuring HR processes are delivered efficiently, consistently, and in line with legislation, awards, and company policies. This role supports managers and employees with HR administration, employee relations, recruitment, payroll, and compliance, while contributing to a positive and compliant workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle
* Coordinate and administer end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, variations to employment, and offboarding.
* Prepare employment documentation, including contracts, letters of variation, employee agreements, and termination correspondence.
* Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in HR and payroll systems.
* Ensure HR documentation complies with relevant awards, agreements, and Fair Work legislation.
Recruitment & Onboarding
* Support recruitment activities, including drafting job advertisements, coordinating interviews, reference checks, and offers of employment.
* Liaise with managers to support recruitment timelines and requirements.
* Coordinate onboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new employees, including inductions and required documentation.
Employee Relations & Support
* Act as a first point of contact for employee and manager HR enquiries.
* Provide advice and support on HR policies, procedures, awards, and employment conditions.
* Assist with the management of performance, conduct, and disciplinary matters in line with company policy.
* Support workplace investigations, mediations, and grievance processes as required.
Compliance & Policy
* Assist in ensuring compliance with employment legislation, awards, WHS obligations, and internal policies.
* Support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
* Assist with audits and reporting related to HR compliance.
Learning, Performance & Engagement
* Support performance review processes, including documentation and scheduling.
* Assist with training coordination and maintaining training records.
* Support employee engagement initiatives and workplace culture activities.
Reporting & HR Systems
* Prepare HR reports and metrics as required (e.g. headcount, turnover, leave, recruitment activity).
* Maintain HR systems and assist with system updates, data integrity, and improvements.
General Duties
* Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes and practices.
* Support broader HR and People & Culture initiatives as required.
* Assist with ad-hoc HR projects and administrative tasks.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
* Previous experience in a HR administration or HR Officer role.
* Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation and awards.
* Strong administrative and organisational skills with high attention to detail.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
* Proficient in Payroll and Payroll Systems
Desirable:
* Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline.
* Experience working in a multi-site or award-covered environment.