Permanent Full-Time | Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital | Melbourne
Help shape an exceptional employee experience.
At Southpaws, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As one of Australia's leading specialist and emergency veterinary hospitals, we're passionate about delivering outstanding care for pets while creating an environment where our teams can thrive.
We're looking for an experienced and proactiveHR Coordinatorto lead our on-site People & Culture function.
Working closely with the Business Manager, Operations Manager, Department Leaders and the VetPartners People & Culture team, you'll play a key role in attracting, developing and supporting our people while fostering a positive, engaged and high-performing workplace.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety, building strong relationships and making a genuine impact across the entire employee lifecycle.
About the Role
As the HR Coordinator, you'll be the trusted on-site People & Culture partner for our hospital, providing hands-on support across recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, leadership support, compliance, culture and engagement.
You'll balance day-to-day operational HR activities with continuous improvement initiatives, helping leaders build capability while ensuring our people processes are compliant, efficient and focused on delivering an exceptional employee experience.
You'll make an impact by:
Coordinating recruitment activities in partnership with VetPartners Talent Acquisition team
Supporting workforce planning and talent attraction initiatives to help build high-performing teams
Delivering an engaging onboarding experience, coordinating inductions, probation reviews and employee lifecycle activities




Acting as the first point of contact for day-to-day HR enquiries, providing practical advice and partnering with the VetPartners People & Culture team on more complex matters
Supporting leaders with performance management, employee relations, investigations and performance improvement processes
Maintaining accurate HR records, employment documentation, compliance requirements and workforce reporting
Coordinating WorkCover administration and return-to-work processes in partnership with VetPartners
Driving continuous improvement across HR systems, processes, documentation and reporting
Championing employee engagement, wellbeing initiatives, internal communications and recognition programs that strengthen workplace culture
Identifying opportunities to leverage AI, automation and digital tools to improve efficiency and enhance People & Culture operations
Contributing as an active member of the hospital team, supporting organisational change and business improvement initiatives
About You
You'll be a collaborative HR skilled who enjoys building trusted relationships, solving problems and creating positive employee experiences.
You'll also bring:
Previous experience in a Human Resources Coordinator or HR Generalist role
Experience supporting the full employee lifecycle
Working knowledge of Australian employment legislation and HR best practice




Experience supporting leaders with employee relations, performance management and people processes
Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to work with leaders at all levels
Experience using HRIS and recruitment systems, with robust Microsoft Office skills
A continuous improvement mindset and enthusiasm for leveraging technology and AI to improve the employee experience
Why Join Southpaws?
At Southpaws, you'll join a purpose-driven organisation where collaboration, compassion and excellence are at the centre of everything we do.
We offer:
A diverse and rewarding HR generalist role with genuine variety
The opportunity to partner closely with hospital leaders and the broader VetPartners People &Culture; team
A supportive leadership environment that encourages professional growth and development
The opportunity to influence culture, engagement and continuous improvement initiatives
Access to one of Australia's largest veterinary networks, with career development opportunities across VetPartners
A workplace where your ideas are valued and your contribution makes a real difference
If you're passionate about people, enjoy building positive workplace cultures and want to help shape the employee experience in a leading veterinary hospital, we'd love to hear from you.
Southpaws and VetPartners are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.
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📌 Hr Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Vetpartners
📍 Melbourne