HR Officer

HR Officer

$40-42 per hour

2 Month Contract

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.

About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated HR Officer to join the HR team for a 2-month contract. This role is perfect for someone eager to contribute to recruitment and HR functions while gaining valuable experience.

Key Responsibilities:Recruitment and Selection:

• Administer and monitor the Council’s online Recruitment system.
• Provide guidance to staff and managers on the recruitment process.
• Assist in the preparation and posting of job advertisements.
• Manage recruitment communications with external media and providers.
• Prepare and distribute offer letters and notify unsuccessful applicants.
• File and archive recruitment documentation.
• Create and maintain personnel files in the electronic document system (Objective).
• Administer the Student Employment Program and maintain recruitment statistics.

Organisational Development Support:

• Provide administrative support to the Organisational Development team.
• Respond to general inquiries from staff and the public.
• Prepare and distribute letters of variation.
• Manage departmental correspondence.

About You

• A qualification in Human Resources or related field, or relevant work experience.
• Experience in administering recruitment and selection processes.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and HR Information Systems (experience with Objective is a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

Apply now! Follow the link below:

HR Officer

Further information: Imogen Wade at Public Sector People: imogen@publicsectorpeople.com.au