Position summary The People & Culture Officer is required to provide accurate and timely processing of organisations’ payroll. The incumbent will assist with planning, organisation and co-ordination of the organisations’ payroll and HR function to ensure regulatory and legislative requirements are met. The position requires the person to have an excellent eye for detail and a strong customer service focus. The ability to think laterally and be innovative in work practices is vital to meet the demands of this role. The position requires the incumbent to have ability to work with minimum supervision. Selection criteria Essential: Certificate IV in Human Resources or relevant experience. Advanced computer and data entry skills. Advanced decision making and problem solving skills. Excellent written and spoken communication skills with the ability to communicate and build relationships with others. Attention to detail. Ability to work to deadlines. Understanding of payroll legislation and processes i.e. tax, superannuation. Ability to interpret awards and relevant legislation. Payroll system knowledge and experience. Current drivers licence. Current Police Check. Desirable: Understanding of human resources management principles. Understanding of document and data control principles. Ability to create, review and supply policies and procedures. Key responsibilities Assist in the effective implementation of People and Culture strategies as directed by the Manager of People and Culture. Process payroll in accordance with payroll guidelines, policies and procedures on a daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis (including VHIA updates and instructions). Assist in the administration for all requirements in regards to centralised recruitment and selection for all positions including locums/agency staff where required (excludes Medical Practitioners). Supporting the employee induction program in accordance with policies and procedures and improve processes where identified. Provide high level advice to the Executive team, Managers and Team Leaders on all People & Culture policies, procedures and any other related issues. Provide support with investigations and discipline processes as required. Provide dashboard data as required e.g. annual leave, absenteeism and performance management. Assist in the management of Work Cover claims and return to work programs. Provide administration support regarding the professional development/education for all employees, managers and executive of MTHCS as required. Review People & Culture policies and procedures as required and by the review date. Identify improvements and initiatives that can be applied to all tasks within the role, monitoring and maintaining processes to a high standard. Respond to staff on People & Culture enquires including but not limited to payroll queries Contribute to ad-hoc initiatives as required, often under tight deadlines and shifting priorities Other duties as directed. Employment with MTHCS Child Safe Organisation Mallee Track Health and Community Service is committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early, and removing and reducing these risks. Occupational Health & Safety and Environmental All MTHCS employees will: Ensure that they take reasonable care to protect their own health and safety, and the health and safety of others. Use any equipment provided for health and safety purposes. Obey reasonable instructions given by MTHCS in relation to health and safety at work. Help MTHCS meet our duty of care, such as by undertaking hazard inspections. Comply with all MTHCS OHS policies and procedures. Ensure they do not interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health and safety. Section 21 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act 2004, requires an Employer to provide and maintain, so far as is reasonable and practicable, a safe workplace for all employees and ensure that no employee is placed at risk of injury while performing the duties and responsibilities required by their position. To comply with this obligation, MTHCS requires all candidates/employees to have the mental and physical capacity to safely perform the inherent requirements of the position they are applying for (or have been appointed to). If a risk is identified and fitness to safely perform the duties of the position needs to be determined, MTHCS with the agreement of the candidate/employee, will arrange an independent medical assessment to determine capacity to safely perform the inherent requirements of the position to minimise the risk of injury or aggravation of any pre-existing condition the candidate/employee may have. Compulsory Training As per the schedule. Performance Appraisal Conducted as per appraisal schedule. How to apply Your application must clearly state the position title specified on the advertisement and include: A statement addressing each Key Selection Criteria clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role. Note: Read the Position Description (PD) carefully so you have a good understanding of what is required and remember to address what knowledge, skills and attributes you have. General resume. Copies of any formal qualifications. Note: hard copies of your qualifications will need to be produced at interview. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a Police Record Check and also a Working With Children Check for nominated positions. To apply please forward current resume with covering letter addressing the key selection criteria to: People and Culture PO Box 130, Ouyen VIC 3490 Or alternatively an application can be emailed to Applications received earlier than the closing date may be assessed, interviewed and offered employment prior to the closing date. Closing date: Friday, 1 May 2026, 5:00 pm
