We are seeking an experienced HR Officer to join our team based out of Nedlands, however will also involve supporting the team at Westcare Industries in Bassendean. The position provides generalist human resources support to Westcare managers and employees, and will expand to supported employees.

About Us

Westcare has been supporting the Western Australian community for over seventy-five years; providing quality employment, training, development opportunities and accommodation for people with disabilities in line with our five core values of:

Inclusivity, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Advocacy

As an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) and recognised as a Social enterprise our business encompasses printing, box making, food and industrial packaging, to a wide range of Western Australian clients. We also provide individualised support to residents of our Westcare Accommodation Village at Shenton Park.

About the Role

The HR Officer role is pivotal in the development, implementation and effectiveness of human resources policies and practices. This includes support with recruitment and onboarding, employee development, performance management, complaints management, policy development, and record keeping.

The HR Officer is responsible for:

The recruitment, selection, and appointment of new employees, in liaison with department managers and supervisors. This includes, but is not limited to: reviewing position descriptions, placing advertisements, assisting with interviews, and preparing employment contracts.
Promote and monitor compliance with internal and external employee skills, licencing, and qualification requirements and provide advice to line managers regarding appropriate training.
Monitor the implementation of internal performance management policy and procedures and assist in managing employee performance issues.
Support line managers to manage and resolve employee complaints. Maintain required records.
Maintain human resources record keeping and ensure that records are complete, current, retrievable, and held securely.
Assist the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager Executive & Business Support to implement organisational development initiatives as required.
Model and promote Westcare’s values and mission both within and externally to the organisation.
Promote and ensure adherence to WHS policies and procedures.
Identify, assist in developing, and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in human resources related policies, systems, and processes.
Criteria

A positive and supportive attitude to working with people with a disability.
Qualification in Human Resources management or a related field.
Previous end-to-end recruitment experience and/or previous HR experience.
Proven understanding of the legal framework for employment in Australia.
A high standard of written work.
Demonstrated high standard of ethical behaviour.
Ability to work to a deadline and manage multiple competing priorities.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with all levels of seniority with friendliness and professionalism.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Who We are Looking For

We are looking for someone with a high level of initiative and to use their expertise to give back within a socially responsible organisation.

A Police Clearance and a NDIS Worker Screening Check are required.
WA Driver's Licence.
Interested applicants are asked to provide a resume and a cover letter via Seek.

For more information, including a copy of the Position Description, please contact Westcare HR at [email protected]

Westcare reserves the right to make an appointment to this position at any time.

Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
How many years' experience do you have in Human Resources (HR)?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a human resources officer?
How many years of recruitment experience do you have?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?