HR Support Assistant

Townsville, QLD | Full-Time Position

Join the Mike Carney Group Team

Mike Carney Group is one of North Queensland's largest and most respected automotive dealership groups, employing over 250 team members across Townsville, Ingham and Charters Towers.

We are passionate about creating an exceptional workplace where our people can grow, develop their careers and contribute to our continued success. As our business continues to expand, we are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic HR Support Assistant to join our Human Resources team in Townsville.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to establish or further develop a career in Human Resources while working within a supportive and professional team environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Human Resources team, you will provide administrative support across a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, training coordination, immigration administration and general HR support.

No two days are the same in this fast-paced role, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety, organisation and working with people.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate end-to-end onboarding activities for new employees across the Group.

- Conduct and manage pre-employment checks including reference checks, police checks and medical assessments.

- Prepare contract variations for employees.

- update company policies

- Assist with recruitment activities including candidate screening, interview scheduling and applicant communications.





- Support immigration and visa administration processes, including maintaining visa records, monitoring expiry dates and assisting with employee onboarding requirements for sponsored workers.

- Maintain accurate employee files, records and HR databases.

- Coordinate employee inductions, training sessions and compliance requirements.

- Assist with HR reporting, workforce data and management presentations.

- Prepare HR correspondence and documentation.

- Support the implementation and review of HR policies, procedures and initiatives.

- Provide administrative support across employee relations, performance management and workplace health and safety activities.

- Ensure all HR information is handled with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Previous administration experience, preferably within Human Resources, recruitment or a related field.

- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

- Solid written and verbal communication skills.

- A high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills,



including Word, Excel and Outlook.

- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

- Experience working with HR systems, payroll systems or employee databases will be highly regarded.

- Exposure to recruitment, onboarding, employment legislation or immigration administration will be advantageous but is not essential.

Applicants with strong administrative experience and a genuine interest in building a career in Human Resources are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Mike Carney Group?

- Be part of a supportive and collaborative HR team.

- Gain exposure to all facets of Human Resources.

- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

- Ongoing training and mentoring.

- Employee discounts across the Mike Carney Group.

- Work with a well-established and respected North Queensland employer.

- Build a rewarding long-term career in a growing organisation.

Apply Now

Your resume and cover letter should outline your experience, skills and why you believe you would be a great addition to the Mike Carney Group team.

If you are organised, motivated, enjoy working with people and are looking to develop a rewarding career in Human Resources, we would love to hear from you.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Mike Carney Group is an equal chance employer committed to providing a safe, inclusive and discrimination-free workplace for all employees.

📌 HR Support Assistant (Townsville)
🏢 Mike Carney Group
📍 Townsville