HR Specialist

HR Specialist / Support Officer (Temporary)

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced HR Generalist looking for a short-term contract where you can add real value from day one?

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on HR Specialist / Support Officer for a 4-6 week temporary placement starting in late October / early November. Working on-site in Horsham, you will join our dynamic People, Culture & Safety team and provide hands-on operational and administrative support to our Acting Manager during a temporary backfill period.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will work under general direction across a broad range of human resources, organizational development, and workplace relations activities:

• Policy & Documentation: Assist with the review and development of policies, procedures, and standard HR documentation.

• HR Communications: Prepare professional correspondence, reports, briefing notes, and employment-related communications.

• Recruitment Support: Facilitate recruitment and selection processes, including interview panels and candidate administration.

• Employee Relations: Provide baseline support for employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary matters.

• Projects & Compliance: Conduct research for HR/OD projects, maintain accurate employee records, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

• Generalist Advice: Provide practical support and guidance to line managers and employees on routine people management matters.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience in a HR Generalist, HR Advisor, or HR Officer role.

• Strong knowledge of Australian employment standards, workplace relations, and HR best practices.

• Excellent written communication skills, with experience drafting formal reports, briefing notes, and letters.

• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment when dealing with confidential matters.

• A supportive, collaborative approach and a willingness to mentor or assist team members stepping into acting leadership roles.

How to Apply

If you are available to start in late October/early November and ready to hit the ground running in Horsham, we want to hear from you!

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