People And Culture Officer

The City of Perth is committed to delivering on community aspirations for a thriving and vibrant capital city that is liveable, sustainable, and prosperous for current and future generations. We balance a wide range of residential, business, social, cultural, environmental, and State considerations for the many thousands of residents, businesses, workers, and visitors who daily spend their time in the City or call it home.

The People and Culture Officer provides a broad range of administrative support to the People and Culture Team, contributing to the delivery of effective People and Culture activities and programs. This position is responsible for updating and maintaining the HRIS and ensuring all employee and employment contract documentation is tracked and completed.

The People and Culture Officer supports the City by :

• Delivering high-quality customer service as a first point of contact for employees, resolving queries or escalating / directing the query as needed
• Providing support and guidance to employees and prospective employees on contract and onboarding matters, escalating matters to Payroll or People Partners when required
• Ensuring all employee commencement, departure, and life-cycle information is provided to Payroll prior to the end of each pay-cycle
• Updating all system information and records in a timely manner, including within the HRIS and associated systems
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of People and Culture practices and processes

To be successful in this role you will have previous experience providing strong administrative support, preferably within an HR function, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

This position also engages with both external and internal stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

Above all, you will live our values of commitment, teamwork, courage, and respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

• How to apply

Applicants may be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

• Applicants will be required to obtain a National Police History Check via the City of Perth prior to commencing employment.