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The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia’s tropical marine research agency.
We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS’ research of Australia’s tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.
Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.
About this exciting opportunity
The perfect role for a HR professional who has had exposure to and has knowledge of diversity and inclusion principles and practices, and/or HR related projects and initiatives to help to drive continuous improvement. This is a 12-month maternity leave replacement opportunity and is an exciting time to join our team as we continue our Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Athena Swan journey to progress towards Silver accreditation, which focuses on identifying and addressing barriers to gender equity, diversity and inclusion. You will play a contributing role in the enhancement of our HR function and work across a number of key priorities focused to improve HR related activities, including:
- Taking a key role in coordinating and delivering HR projects, particularly Diversity and Inclusion initiatives where you will partner with the Equity Diversity and Gender Equality (EDGE) Group to enhance diversity, inclusion and belonging at AIMS.
- Delivery of reporting requirements from the HRIS to enhance decision making and deliver strategic business insights for a range of internal and external parties.
- Supporting the automation of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) processes and reporting capabilities, with a focus on efficiency improvements and data integrity.
- Supporting the People and Culture team with generalist HR processes and activities, as well as recruitment and administrative support.
About you
We are looking for someone with knowledge and experience in the implementation of diversity and inclusion activities who is motivated to make a difference and drive positive change. Holding a tertiary qualification in HR, Business, IT or related field, you will have broad generalist HR experience and will have contributed to the delivery of people related projects. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be highly autonomous, and can apply your can-do mindset to deliver outcomes, as well as having:
- Experience with HR analytics, with the capability to prepare reports and interpret statistical data with a people focused lens,
- Knowledge using TechnologyOne software, or the willingness and ability to learn new technologies with a proactive and motivated approach,
- Strong communication and collaboration skills both in a team environment and across all levels of the organisation, and
- A continuous improvement mindset to support improving HR services and processes.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AIMS AOF Level 3 Enhanced salary ($70,822 to $88,786 per annum), plus 15.4% superannuation.
- Full-time, 12-month Temporary (Labour Hire) Maternity leave replacement officer opportunity.
- Located in Townsville, Queensland or Perth, Western Australia.
- 9-day fortnight.
- Flexible Work Arrangements considered (including work from home where possible).
- Generous leave provisions.
- Free onsite gym.
- Commuter car arrangements to site available for Townsville only.
Please note:
- Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS for the term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
- AIMS strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Whilst it is not currently a mandatory requirement for this role, AIMS reserves the right to review its position and policy on mandatory vaccinations. It may therefore become a mandatory requirement for this role in the future.
Next Step
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download from our website, www.aims.gov.au. If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we encourage you to make an application via our website.
Submitting your Application: Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via our website www.aims.gov.au.
Position enquiries can be directed to Jill Sargeant, Senior People Relations Advisor, at **********@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Closing date: WEDNESDAY, 3 APRIL 2024 (midnight, AEST).
AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.
