People Operations Officer - Curtin University

Job Description

People Operations Officer - Curtin University Office of Corporate Services Perth, Western Australia Contract Part Time Date posted: 20/1/2025 2 x Fixed term (until March 2026), part-time (0.8 FTE) opportunity Great benefits and work environment! Job Reference: 892423 Your new role Our supportive and collaborative People and Culture Operations Team has two openings for well-organised and driven People Operations Officers. These positions are on a part-time (0.8 FTE) and fixed-term basis until March 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable team player seeking flexibility.In this position, you will focus on processing casual employment transactions and maintaining relevant employment documentation in the HRIS systems with accuracy. Your responsibilities will include administering various HR activities and providing excellent customer service.In this role, you will, but are not limited to: Maintain and update records in the HRIS, ensuring compliance with processes and guidelines while providing accurate information for general inquiries. Support users of HR applications, promote self-service usage, and ensure data integrity through timely audit report actions. Prepare employment contracts in accordance with policy and regulations, administer timesheets and payroll, and coordinate pre-employment checks. Ensure compliance with Department of Home Affairs regulations, including visa administration and VEVO checks. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and undertake related responsibilities as needed. Selection Criteria Qualification and Experience: Completion of a diploma or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training. Administrative Skills: Proven experience in providing general administrative support, capable of handling a variety of tasks. Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with general direction. Communication Skills: Excellent oral communication skills, able to liaise professionally with a diverse range of individuals, demonstrating cross-cultural sensitivity. Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks, organise time effectively, and meet deadlines consistently. Computer Literacy: Proficient in a variety of applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email. Desirable Criteria Previous experience within the higher education sector At Curtin University, we are committed to nurturing a culture of innovation and collaboration. We inspire our staff to align with our vision of becoming a leading global university and work together towards our goals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you! What We Offer You Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. Join Us! If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW, ensuring to attach the following documents: Updated Resume Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria for the role If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address. Applications close: Sunday, 2nd February 2025 Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr