Human Resource Officer

About the role

Katherine Town Council is looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Human Resource Officer to join its People and Culture team. Reporting to the Manager of People and Culture, you will support the full employee lifecycle, from payroll processing to recruitment, training coordination and compliance activities.

Key responsibilities

• Process end‑to‑end fortnightly payroll and any payroll adjustments using payroll software.
• Interpret Enterprise Agreements, awards, legislation and employment contracts to ensure accurate payments.
• Maintain employee records, payroll master files and administer leave, salary packaging and payroll reporting.
• Respond to payroll enquiries and provide guidance to staff.
• Assist with recruitment, advertising, onboarding and induction activities.
• Maintain HR records, forms and documentation and ensure HR system compliance.
• Coordinate Council’s training and development programmes, maintain training records and conduct skills‑gap analysis.
• Support workforce planning, employee engagement initiatives and workplace health and safety administration.

Required profile

• 1‑2 years of experience in Human Resources, payroll, administration or a related field.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and employment conditions.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to handle confidential information.
• Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and the capacity to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Required skills

• Payroll software proficiency

What we offer

• Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of HR functions.
• Work‑life balance in a vibrant regional centre.