ASKIN Performance Panels is a leading manufacturer and supplier of insulated panel solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

We are looking for a motivated and people-focused Human Resources Officer to join our team based in Dandenong South.

This is a hands-on HR role supporting employees and managers across our Australian and New Zealand operations. Reporting to the Group Human Resource Manager, you will be involved across recruitment, onboarding, employee administration, compliance and day-to-day HR activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least three years' HR experience who has established a good foundation in HR and is looking to continue developing their career with the support and mentoring of an experienced HR leader.

About the Role

This is a varied and practical HR role where you will work across the full employee lifecycle.

You will support recruitment, onboarding, employee records, probation, compliance, performance processes and employee relations administration, while providing responsive HR support to managers and employees.

Customer service is paramount in this role. Our HR team supports people across the business and we expect the successful candidate to provide a professional, responsive service to both employees and managers.

You will need to be comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and taking ownership of your responsibilities while knowing when to seek guidance.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate recruitment activities including advertising, candidate screening and interview scheduling

Conduct initial phone and Microsoft Teams candidate interviews

Coordinate onboarding and current starter documentation

Manage probation review tracking and employee lifecycle administration

Maintain accurate HR records, employee files and compliance registers





Respond to HR queries in a timely, professional and customer-focused manner

Coordinate reference checks and right-to-work verification

Support HR compliance activities across Australia and New Zealand

Assist with employee relations matters and associated documentation

You’ll Thrive in This Role If You

Have at least three years' experience in HR, preferably as an HR Officer, HR Administrator or similar

Are a self-starter who takes initiative and gets things done

Enjoy working with people and building positive relationships

Have a genuine customer service mindset

Are approachable, responsive and willing to help

Take ownership and follow tasks through to completion

Are comfortable working independently while knowing when to ask for support

Have strong communication and interpersonal skills

Are organised and able to manage competing priorities

Have excellent attention to detail and take pride in accuracy

Are confident dealing with confidential and sensitive information

Are committed to learning and developing your HR capability

Are practical, solutions-focused and willing to roll up your sleeves

Enjoy working in a fast-paced operational environment

The Working Environment

ASKIN is an operational business and our HR team is closely connected to the workplace.

This is a hands-on HR role where you will be visible and accessible to employees and managers. You will spend time engaging with people across the workplace, supporting managers,



responding to issues and getting involved in the day-to-day operation of the business.

We are looking for someone who enjoys being around people and part of the action.

You won't simply sit behind a desk processing HR administration. You will build relationships, answer questions, support managers and contribute to creating a positive employee experience.

If you enjoy working with people, taking ownership and making a difference through practical HR support, you will enjoy this role.

Your Development

You will report to the Group Human Resource Manager who will provide you with the opportunity to build your HR knowledge and capability across a broad range of HR activities.

We are not expecting you to know everything. What is important is that you have a solid HR foundation, a willingness to learn and the initiative to have a go.

You will be supported and mentored while being given increasing responsibility as your capability develops.

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum 3 years' HR experience, with demonstrated knowledge of Australian employment practices and legislation.

Experience in recruitment and onboarding

Strong administration and organisational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High level of attention to detail

HR, Business or related qualification desirable

Experience in manufacturing, construction, logistics, retail or another operational environment will be highly regarded

Office-Based Role

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position based at our Dandenong South site.

Being present in the workplace is an important part of the role. Our HR team works directly with employees and managers across the business, so this is not a hybrid or work-from-home position.

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📌 Human Resource Officer (Greater Dandenong City)
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📍 Greater Dandenong City