Human Resources Officer

About the role

We are looking for a proactive Human Resources Officer to join Southern Cross Education Institute in North Melbourne. The role supports both SCEI and its higher‑education arm, delivering end‑to‑end HR services for a growing education organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate full recruitment cycles – advertising, screening, interview scheduling, reference checks and employment documentation.
• Manage onboarding, induction programmes, probation reviews and new‑employee paperwork.
• Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files and HR databases in line with privacy and legislative requirements.
• Support performance‑review processes and related documentation.
• Oversee staff exits, including exit interviews and record updates.
• Review and update position descriptions across the organisation.
• Assist with leave tracking, timesheet processing and payroll‑related HR queries.
• Ensure compliance with the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, Modern Awards and education‑sector requirements.
• Help maintain HR policies, procedures, staff handbooks and templates.
• Prepare HR records for internal and external audits and maintain WHS and professional‑development compliance records.
• Respond to routine HR queries from staff and managers.
• Contribute to staff wellbeing, engagement and internal communication initiatives.
• Liaise with recruitment agencies and provide administrative support to the HR Director and managers.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years experience in HR administration or a similar generalist role.
• Working knowledge of Australian employment legislation.

Required skills