Human Resources Officer

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.

With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.

We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:

• Be a clean and green city
• Be a place people call home
• Have facilities and services for everyone
• Encourage and support economic development and diversification
• Be a quality employer.

Salary Starting from $86,477.26

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is seeking a Human Resources Officer to join our People and Culture team.

Reporting to the Coordinator People and Culture, you will provide responsive, accurate and professional HR support to a designated portfolio of business units, working closely with managers, employees and the broader People and Culture team.

About the role

In this role, you will:

• Provide timely advice and support across a broad range of employment and People and Culture matters.
• Interpret and apply the City’s Enterprise Agreement, policies and procedures.
• Coordinate recruitment activities for designated business units and support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Participate in interviews and selection processes for key positions.
• Coordinate employee onboarding, probation and exit processes.
• Maintain employment-related registers, including visa and Working with Children Check requirements.
• Prepare HR reporting and workforce analytics.
• Assist with workplace grievances, complaints and employee relations matters.
• Support relevant health and safety activities, including Drug and Alcohol testing where required.
• Build strong and credible relationships with managers, employees and external stakeholders.
• Represent the City at careers events and support initiatives aimed at developing future recruitment pipelines.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of People and Culture processes and practices.

About you

We are looking for someone who brings:

• Experience in Human Resources or a similar people-focused business support environment.
• A qualification in Human Resources, Employment Relations or a related discipline is preferred.
• Sound knowledge of contemporary Human Resources functions and practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• The ability to establish credible and collaborative working relationships.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Initiative, sound judgement and a practical approach to problem solving.
• A high level of professionalism, discretion and commitment to confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

You will also need to hold a current satisfactory National Police Clearance and a current WA ‘C’ Class driver’s licence.

Values

• Accountability - We take ownership of our actions and outcomes, delivering on our commitments.
• Collaboration - We work together with respect and shared purpose to achieve common goals.
• Teamwork - We support one another, celebrate collective success and grow stronger together.
• Respect - We treat others with dignity, value diverse perspectives and build inclusive relationships.
• Integrity - We act with honesty, fairness and ethical responsibility in all we do.
• Transparency - We communicate openly, share information freely and foster trust.
• Excellence - We pursue high standards, continuous improvement and impactful results.

Benefits

We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:

• Salary sacrificing
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
• Training and development opportunities
• Free Parking
• Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
• $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
• Rebated childcare offered
• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.