$80,000 – $83,000 per year + Salary Packaging

Join Amaze – create a more autism inclusive Australia

Exciting role available in our Human Resources team!

Part-Time 0.8 - 0.9 FTE | Fixed-Term 12 months (with potential for extension)

About Us

Amaze is a leading autism organisation working to create a more autism-inclusive Australia where Autistic people and their families can live their best lives. For nearly 60 years, Amaze has supported Autistic people, families and carers, while working to improve the systems, environments and organisational practices that shape Autistic lives.

With national reach, Amaze is home to Autism Connect – Australia’s national autism information, advice and referral service – providing free, trusted and evidence-informed support to people across Australia.

Through Amaze Inclusion, we work with employers, service providers, governments and community organisations to build capability and create more inclusive practices and environments across workplaces, education, health, services and other areas of community life.

Across our work, we provide information, advice, support and connection; increase public understanding and inclusion; influence policy and systems; and work with organisations and sectors to create practical and sustained change.

Our work is led by Autistic lived experience and informed by family and carer experience, research, practice evidence and the insights we gain through our direct connection with Autistic communities. This keeps our work grounded in what matters to Autistic people and helps us translate evidence and experience into meaningful change.

About the Role

The HR Coordinator plays a central role in the day-to-day delivery of the HR function, providing comprehensive HR administrative, coordination and advisory support across the employee lifecycle. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, and building on a solid foundation of coordination experience in recruitment, talent acquisition or a related HR discipline, the role works closely with the HR Manager to take on increasingly complex HR matters across recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, learning and development, employee relations, and workplace health, safety and wellbeing. This is a practical, wide-ranging role involving significant engagement with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders, and offers futurescope to grow generalist and advisory HR capability.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate end-to-end recruitment, including advertisements, screening, interview coordination, contract generation, inductions and onboarding.





Monitor the HR email inbox for enquiries, guidance, support and escalte or seek advice from the HR Manager where appropriate.

Undertake day-to-day HR administration efficiently, professionally and consistently, while supporting and assisting people leaders where required.

Proactively track and action mandatory training, background checks, probation periods and contract milestones ahead of key dates, helping minimise compliance risk to Amaze.

Review and update HR policies, procedures and templates to remain current with legislative and regulatory requirements and maintain HR records and systems accurately and confidentially.

Provide staff and managers with practical, well-judged guidance on HR policies and employee matters, escalating sensitive or complex issues to the HR Manager as needed.

Coordinate culture and engagement initiatives, including the HR Update newsletter, the Employee Engagement Survey, and Inclusion Working Group activities.

Contribute to continuous improvement of HR systems, processes and documentation, and support project or program-based initiatives such as DEI programs or systems implementation.

Build trusted, positive relationships across the organisation, adapting communication to the audience, including Autistic staff, families and community stakeholders.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

Has qualifications (or is working towards) in Human Resource Management, Business, Commerce, Psychology or a related field, and/or equivalent demonstrated experience.

Has experience in an HR, People & Culture or Talent/Recruitment Coordinator or Administrator role, or experience managing end-to-end HR processes.

Has foundational knowledge of State/Territory and Federal employment relations, anti-discrimination and equal opportunity, and occupational health and safety legislative frameworks.

Communicates effectively, listens sensitively, and adapts communication to the needs of the audience.

Is action-oriented, with the ability to logically plan, organise and prioritise multiple projects and meet deadlines with competing priorities.

Is Autistic community focused, with knowledge of, or a genuine commitment to developing, respectful and informed communication with Autistic people,



their families and carers.

Why Join Amaze?

Work with a passionate team driving positive change for Autistic people and the community in a modern and transport friendly office environment. Our culture values kindness, respect, and inclusion, with flexible working arrangements and neurodivergent-friendly practices.

A holistic employee assistance program (EAP)

Additional leave advantages

Salary packaging

Beny discounts & offers – shopping, health & wellness and lots more!

Victoria Gardens Corporate Employee Program discounts and offers

Other Requirements:

Hybrid working arrangements may be available for this role depending on operational requirements, with an expectation of 60% office attendance.

Evidence of right to work in Australia if you are not an Australian citizen.

Successful National Police Check (paid by Amaze).

Successful Working with Children Check (paid by Amaze).

Able to provide 2 references upon request if successful in obtaining the role.

Acknowledgement of Country

Amaze respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our office is based. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and reflect on the continuing connection with Country and community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amaze is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We proudly embrace people of all cultures, ages, genders, sexualities, abilities, perspectives and backgrounds, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.

We are an Autism Friendly Employer, meaning we actively provide workplace adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Whether you need modifications to your interview process, accessible technology, or flexible work arrangements, we encourage you to reach out.

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we:

Champion neurodivergent employment, ensuring our workplace supports and celebrates autistic employees.

Provide training and education on disability inclusion, cultural awareness, and allyship for all staff.

Foster a culture of respect, curiosity, and belonging, where different perspectives drive innovation.

If you require any adjustments or support in the application process, please contact @amaze.org.au using the subject line: Human Resources Coordinator enquiry or call (03) 600 and ask to speak to our HR team.

Be part of something bigger — Help us shape a more inclusive Australia.

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📌 Human Resources Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Amaze
📍 Melbourne