Graduate Human Resources Officer

ABOUT VOLGREN:

Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia’s largest and most successful bus body builder. We operate three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia, along with Aftersales facilities across five states — Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales and South Australia. 

Volgren is part of the Marcopolo Group – a Brazilian Bus Manufacturer. It has a manufacturing presence in 12 countries, employing more than 14,000 people.

Volgren builds bus bodies for the world’s leading chassis manufacturer’s including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN and most recently we delivered Western Australia’s 100th ‘E’ bus on the Volvo chassis.

Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class leading technology and our unmatched after sales service ensure our customers can trust in our product.

Our focus is on providing a safe working environment and learning opportunities to passionate individuals who are ready to grow with us. We are committed to supporting progress, transformation and skill development while offering the opportunity to be part of the future of transport through the manufacture of Electric Vehicles. We are a team of people who love what we do, champion ideas and innovation, support one another and strive for quality.

Our values include:

• Respect and Appreciation of People
• Commitment to Excellence
• Customer Satisfaction
• Ethics and Integrity
• Sustainability
• Teamwork

BENEFITS:

• The opportunity to build on your current skills and open further doors in the manufacturing industry.
• Continue to be a part of a growth orientated global organisation.
• Local and international career opportunities with Volgren Australia and Marcopolo
• Ability to work within a close team environment
• Opportunity to travel interstate
• Be part of the National Incentive Program
• 24/7 Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free onsite parking available

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Graduate Human Resources Officer provides practical HR support across the HR Team, with a particular focus on training and development, injury management, recruitment and onboarding, and employee relations. This is a development-focused role for a recent HR graduate who wants broad, hands-on experience within a fast-paced Australian manufacturing environment and a global organisation. The role works closely with the HR team, managers, leaders and employees and is expected to build a visible, approachable presence across both office and shop-floor areas. Success in the role requires a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, sound judgement, confidentiality, a willingness to learn working with a blue-collar workforce.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support end-to-end recruitment for production, trade, technical and professional roles.
• Coordinate inductions, compliance training, refresher training and development activities.
• Maintain training records, competency matrices, licences and expiry dates.
• Support injury reporting, workers compensation administration and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate documentation and communication with employees, managers, insurers and rehabilitation providers.
• Provide first-level support on HR policies, attendance, leave and employment processes.
• Assist with performance, conduct, grievance and investigation processes under HR Manager guidance.
• Maintain accurate employee files and HR system data
• Prepare contracts and HR documentation
• Support internal communications to share company updates with staff
• Build strong working relationships with employees, supervisors and managers across operational areas.
• Spend regular time on the shop floor and develop an understanding of manufacturing priorities and workforce requirements.
• Comply with site safety requirements and support injury prevention, wellbeing and safe work practices.
• Handle employee information confidentially and support consistent application of company policies and workplace requirements.
• Participate in HR projects, employee engagement initiatives and process improvements.
• Actively build HR capability through feedback, coaching and exposure to a broad range of HR activities.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail and effective organisation/follow-through.
• High discretion, integrity and confidentiality when handling employee information.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; exposure to HRIS, recruitment or learning systems is desirable.
• Positive, resilient and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Recently completed or nearing completion of a tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Employment/Industrial Relations, Business, Psychology or a related discipline.
• Foundation knowledge of Australian workplace relations, the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards and modern awards is desirable.
• Graduate or early-career level; HR internship, work placement, recruitment, administration or customer-facing experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Manufacturing, warehousing, trades or blue-collar exposure is desirable.
• Strong interest in developing across recruitment, training, injury management, employee relations and generalist HR.

This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. 

As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit.

**PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applicants, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. *