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Salary- Strategic HR Administration | Newly CreatedRole
- Initial 12 Month Contractwith potential extension
- $100K – $110K Salary (depending on skills and experience) + Super + Accommodation
This could be an incredibly rewarding opportunity to showcase your strategic HR abilities and drive organisational success!
About the Organisation
The Wujal Wujal community is in the Cape York region on the banks of the Bloomfield River and is surrounded by high mountains, waterfalls, river tributaries and creeks. The area’s boundaries are the Cook Shire to the north and Douglas Shire to the south. Wujal Wujal is located about four hours north of Cairns or one hour south of Cooktown by inland road. Wujal Wujal covers an area of 64 Hectares and the Shire has a tropical climate with both dry and wet seasons.
Located between two UNESCO World Heritage sites, Wujal Wujal is where the rainforest meets the reef –a haven for nature lovers, photographers,and travellers. The population of the Wujal Wujal Community is approx.400 people.
Tropical Cyclone Jasper caused extreme rainfall in December 2023, resulting in severe flooding across the region. Many homes were completely inundated, forcing residents to evacuate. With the help of the army, Red Cross, and numerous other supporting organisations, Wujual Wujal is rebuilding and looking forward to reuniting its strong community. Needless to say, this could be an incredibly rewarding HR opportunity and a chance to demonstrate your resilience, tenacity and ability to truly make a difference.
About the Position
As the Senior HR Officer, you will report to the Chief Executive Officer and play a crucial role in shaping the success of the Council. With a focus on strategic HR practices, you will be responsible for HR administration, recruitment, training, and performance management, ensuring compliance with employment laws and accurate HR records management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop Council's HR, financial, and procurement delegations.
- Create a comprehensive HR record of position numbers, titles, delegations, position levels, salary awards, salary levels (Division, section, etc.), salary amounts, current incumbents, and security items.
- Implement annual performance reviews for all staff in collaboration with Department Managers.
- Review Council's existing HR policies, develop and implement policies and procedures where required, and present these to staff to ensure understanding and acceptance.
- Facilitate staff performance management, disciplinary procedures, and terminations as required.
- Facilitate recruitment, including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, selections, and onboarding.
- Facilitate staff inductions in collaboration with Managers, including access and training of new staff.
- Establish a Council Casual Pool of Operations Staff for Works and Building Services.
- Provide training, mentoring and support to upskill a HR Trainee.
- Provide support and guidance to Council management, ELT, and the CEO.
- Facilitate staff training and development opportunities and maintain accurate records of training undertaken.
- Maintain compliance with local government employment laws, regulations and recommended best practices.
- Perform other duties as required.
About You
An experienced HR professional, you will bring a passion for HR together with your knowledge and expertise to the role. Key qualifications and attributes include:
- Experience working successfully in a cross-cultural environment.
- Proven experience in senior-level HR administration, including recruitment, performance management, and policy development.
- In depth knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws, ensuring compliance and implementing best practices to create a fair and inclusive work environment.
- Track record of successfully working with multi-disciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, and providing HR guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, allowing you to effectively communicate complex HR concepts and policies, tailored to suit the audience.
- Ability to align HR strategies with organisational objectives to contribute to community's growth and success.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, ensuring meticulous execution of HR initiatives and maintaining accurate records.
When it comes to identifying the ideal candidate for this Senior HR position, Council is seeking an experienced professional with proven expertise in recruitment, performance management, policy development, and compliance. You will foster a positive work environment and contribute to the organisation's overall success.
Why this Role?
As an HR professional, this role presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the Council and the community and you will contribute to HR practices that facilitate Council's growth and development. If you are ready to embrace this opportunity and showcase your skills in driving organisational success, you are invited to apply and become a valued member of their team.
This newly created position offers a generous six-figure salary of $100K to $110K (depending on skills and experience) + Superannuation benefits and professional development as approved by the Chief Executive Officer. In addition, the successful applicant will be provided with subsidised accommodation.
Applications will close at 10pm Friday 26 April 2024.
For a confidential conversation, please call Rona Horsfall at Peak Recruitment Services on 0438 943 *** otherwise, click apply to register your interest.
