Human Resources Administration Specialist - Operations

This position is based in our Alice Springs Office, which is the regional headquarters to councils' 13 remote communities and outstation locations.

• Fantastic employee benefits - 6 weeks annual leave; generous personal, study and cultural leave
• Salary package commencing at $76,678 (inclusive of superannuation and leave loading)
• Great relaxed lifestyle with work-life balance

As the Human Resources Administration Specialist, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Human Resources Department in delivering essential functions. You will actively contribute to the ongoing development of operational practices, monitor various reporting functions and lead administrative outputs for the department. As the Administration Specialist you will also act as the first point of contact for inquiries.

As a successful candidate, you will be experienced in providing streamlined administrative operational support to a busy team where individual ownership of duties is essential. You will demonstrate experience working in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment together with comprehensive skills in prioritising workloads.

The MacDonnell region is located in the centre of Australia. Covering 270,000sq km and with an estimated population approaching 7,000, it has a unique beauty with picturesque water holes, magnificent flora and fauna, red desert sands and rugged mountain ranges.

MacDonnell Regional Council recognises and respects the region's unique Aboriginal culture and 78% of our workforce are Aboriginal, therefore an understanding and awareness of cultural impacts and sensitivities is essential. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and may be preferenced under our Special Measures Policy.

This is a unique opportunity to have a genuine influence in helping Council improve the lives of our residents and communities, while also further developing your own skills base and career pathways.

For further information on this position please refer to the Position Description or contact Rhiannon Pomery on 0437 832 ***.

Applications close: 09 February 2024