Your new company
Hays is the preferred supplier choice of Federal, State and Local Government organisations as well as leading employers in Health, Technology, Insurance, Education and Utilities across Queensland. We are partnered with a Local Government Organisation in Townsville to recruit a People and Culture Officer.
Your new role
In this temporary assignment, your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
* Promote workplace safety by leading WHS compliance.
* Ensure business continuity during disruptions.
* Provide high-quality customer service to stakeholders.
* Manage employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, changes, terminations).
* Drive process improvements in HR procedures and documentation.
* Coordinate events and budgets for the organisation's programs.
* Maintain accurate personnel records and position descriptions.
* Handle confidential matters with sensitivity.
* Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you should have:
* Demonstrated experience in human resources administration and recruitment role.
* Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively, face to face, by telephone and by written correspondence, with both internal and external customers and stakeholders.
* High level of computer literacy skills, including Microsoft products and HRIS systems.
* Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. Demonstrated experience and competency in exercising sound judgement, initiative, high level of confidentiality, accuracy, attention to detail and sensitivity in the performance of such work.
* Certificate IV in Business (or equivalent competency).
* Current Queensland "C" Class Driver's Licence.
* Immediate availability is highly desirable as this role is looking for an ASAP start.
What you'll get in return
Through Hays, this role offers you $47.61 per hour + super, a contract ending mid-August, an opportunity to progress your career with this local government and:
* Weekly pay cycles
* Nominated choice of superannuation fund
* Online time sheet submission and approval
* No hidden costs or payroll deductions for our services
* Regular contact with consultants throughout the duration of your assignment
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.