Relocation Assistance Provided

- Market-competitive salary Range: $110,000 - 130,000 p/a

- Plus annual Territory allowance of $27,000

- Flexible work/life balance

- Salary Sacrifice Options Available

- Work in Alice Springs, in the heart of Central Australia

Who We Are

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability.

We now have an opportunity for a motivated HR Generalist to provide comprehensive, dual-jurisdiction operational and administrative support across the VESTA and OASIS programs based in Alice Springs, Australia.

This role acts as a critical link between program management and corporate HR, balancing daily administrative execution with the resolution of complex employee relations, compliance, and policy challenges. The successful candidate ensures strict adherence to Australian Fair Work legislation, US federal/state labor laws, and strict defense security compliance standards.

Work Schedule:

Day shift – 5 days per week, 8 hours per day.

Responsibilities Include:

- Maintain accurate, timely data entry within Australian and US HRIS and payroll systems.

- Process contracts, variations, onboarding workflows, and terminations within HRIS and customer systems.

- Coordinate end-to-end enrollment and queries for Australian superannuation and US benefits plans.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for managers and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits.

- Investigate and resolve complex, localized employee relations issues,



escalating to senior HR leadership when necessary.

- Monitor and ensure company compliance with AU Fair Work Ombudsman regulations and US state/federal labor laws.

- Assist in drafting, updating, and implementing local HR policies and procedures.

- Maintain audit-ready records management systems in alignment with defense contracting compliance.

- Promote and maintain workplace health and safety practices at the site level.

- Perform other reasonable tasks to support the broader HR team and program objectives.

About You

- Certificate IV in Human Resources, or a Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

- 2 years of experience in an HR administrative or coordinator role.

- Proven experience utilizing Workday or equivalent enterprise-tier HRIS platforms.

- Experience supporting defense industry programs or working within a dual AU/US corporate matrix.

- Basic foundational knowledge of both the Australian Fair Work Act and USA Federal Labor Standards Act.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills with operating knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and integrated software applications are required.

- Valid Driver’s Licence.





- Willingness to complete a background checks, pre-employment medical, D&A; and police clearance

Security Clearance Required:

Minimum Active U.S. Secret or Australian Negative Vetting (NV1) equivalent Department of Defense Security Clearance and ability to maintain that clearance. Depending on ongoing mission needs and access the role requires, the candidate may be required to obtain a higher U.S. Top Secret or Australian Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance.

What We Offer

- Territory Allowance

- Free access to 24-hour gym

- EAP Services - which includes free confidential counselling, wellbeing services.

- Numerous salary sacrifice options, including rent, mortgage, and novated leasing

- Training and development to help you build specialist skills

- Competitive salary work life balance

- Discounts at most Alice Springs retail outlets.

- Education Assistance via Amentum Corporate Policy

Relocating to Alice Springs offers a lifestyle that’s hard to match:

- Short commutes and a calmer pace of life
- A strong, welcoming community culture

- Access to incredible national parks, hiking trails, and outdoor adventure
- A setting that allows you to focus on your career while still enjoying your downtime

Our culture is one of inclusivity, where everyone is valued, and all voices are heard. We actively seek to create a workplace where employee engagement thrives, and where every individual feels empowered to contribute their unique talents to our shared mission.

Amentum reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date

📌 HR Generalist (Adelaide)
🏢 Amentum
📍 Adelaide