Human Resources Officer

(Temporary Position until 8 January 2021)

Reference Number: 13125
Salary Range: $58,536.24 - $70,129.06 pro-rata per annum
Location: 119 - 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Close Date:  Sunday, 2 Febrary 2020

 Join our team now and enjoy the following benefits:   

• 19 day month
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development   

Cairns Regional Council is seeking to appoint a Human Resources Officer to provide support services and advice regarding generalist human resources across the unit, including attraction and recruitment and the day to day management of HR Information Systems.  

Reporting to the Human Resources Advisor the ideal candidate will have the ability to support and coach line managers and supervisors in contemporary recruitment practices and industrial issues, and build on-going relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.   

This is an excellent opportunity for a personable, adaptable and energetic individual to join a highly engaged HR team that has a significant level of impact across the organisation.  

To be successful in this role you will possess:  

• Experience in an equivalent human resources position operating within a diverse range of businesses.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of generalist human resources and industrial/employee relations practices and processes.
• Broad knowledge of, and commitment to, Equal Employment Opportunity and related anti‑discrimination legislation, understanding of the principles underpinning the integration and application of provisions in industrial awards, certified agreements and employment legislation.
• Demonstrated skill in preparing correspondence, report writing, research and data analysis, using and applying analytical skills and questioning, with a high focus on attention to detail and accuracy.
• High level of ethics, confidentiality, and ability to exercise discretion in a professional manner.
• Well-developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to build relationships with a range of internal and external customers.
• A high level of computer skills encompassing word processing, database, spread sheeting and reporting, and use of appropriate corporate applications.
• Tertiary qualifications in HR, IR or a related discipline, as well as proven experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.  

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria please download a copy of the Information Kit below.

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment: 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre‑employment assessments / checks:-  

• Pre‑employment medical, which will include a functional capacity assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• National police / criminal history check.
• Practical Assessment
• Numeracy and Literacy Assessment
• Computer Skills Assessment
• Qualification / Licence Verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) Verification
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Directorship Check

Employment Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply for a position at Cairns Regional Council, you must fulfil one of the following criteria:-

• Permanent resident of Australia
• Australian Citizen
• New Zealand Citizen
• Entitlement to work visa