Join Our People & Culture Team! Support the delivery of high-quality HR services. Contribute to vital projects that shape the future of our workforce. Utilise your communication and stakeholder management skills to foster strong relationships. Collaborate with a wide range of internal stakeholders. About Us Sutherland Shire Council is committed to delivering high-quality services and support to our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values collaboration, respect, and accountability. As a pivotal part of our organisation, we aim to empower our employees and provide them with opportunities for growth and development within the council. About The Role The HR Support Officer plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality human resource support services, particularly focusing on recruitment, onboarding, retention, and employment relations. Key responsibilities include managing the administration of the Council's Alcohol and Other Drugs Program and providing administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team, ensuring efficient due diligence activities for timely hiring. Additionally, this position will assist with various HR projects, including the Aspire Program and other critical initiatives such as HR systems implementation, stabilisation and ongoing support. The ideal candidate will exhibit operational thinking, foster collaborative relationships, and take personal accountability for achieving set goals. Who We're Looking For We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong background in human resources and a proven ability to manage administrative tasks effectively. Significant experience in a similar role, showcasing relevant HR knowledge. Proficient in standard office applications, particularly the MS Office suite. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. Self-directed with strong problem-solving, research, and analytical abilities. Ability to manage HR systems administration effectively. Strong time management skills to prioritise and meet deadlines. Join our Team and Grow with Us! If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council! Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit! Get your application in by 11.59pm: Wednesday 15 October 2025 Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated week commencing Monday 20 October 2025. Package: $78,717 - $83,439 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. Hours of work: Temporary Full Time. Opportunity expected to be available until end of June 2026. You will have the option of a 19-day month through Council’s flex system. To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options. Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks. Reach out to Cassandra Gronow cgronow@ssc.nsw.gov.au Acting Chief Human Resource Officer, for any job specific enquiries. Alison Wady awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries. Click on the link to check out the Position Description Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events. About Us If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations. At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.
