Applications Close (AWST): 08:00 AM 29/11/2026
Salary up to: $70,000 - $79,999, $80,000 - $89,999
Occupation: Human Resources
Work Type: Maximum Term - Full Time
Location: Kununurra - Remote WA
As an Equal OpportunityEmployer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivityand promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcomecontributions from all people.
We encourage people of allabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diversecultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and allage groups to apply.
The Organisation
The Shire of Wyndham EastKimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthyworkplace for our employees is extremely important.
We arecommitted to employing people who share the SWEK Valuesof
S
afety,
T
eamwork,
A
ccountability,
C
ommunication,and
R
espect; these Values are incorporatedinto all aspects of employment at SWEK.
The East Kimberley
The East Kimberley is a stunning andsparsely populated area in the northeast corner of WesternAustralia and is known as one of the world's last wildernessfrontiers.
As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for itspristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-classfishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options,great food, and friendly locals.
It is an amazing and very uniquepart of Australia.
The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, witha unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundantopportunities.
The Opportunity
We are looking for amotivated and organised
Human Resources SupportOfficer
to join our Human Resources and Safety Team in Kununurra.
This role will provide essential administrative supportacross a range of Human Resources, Payroll and Work Health andSafety functions, assisting with the delivery of efficient andeffective HR services across the organisation.
Yourresponsibilities will include:




Assisting with recruitment processes, including employeeonboarding, crossboarding and offboarding;
Coordinating corporate inductions for newemployees;
Assisting with the coordination and administration of internalstaff training and development;
Provising administration support across Human Resources,Payroll and Work Health and Safety functions;
Maintaining accurate employee records, HR systems, andorganisations workflows;
Preparing andadministering HR documentation, correspondence andreports;
Responding to internal and external HR enquiries and providingtimley and professional assistance;
Supporting the Senior HR Business Partners and HR & SafetyOfficers with daily administrative requirements;
Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevantlegistlation, organisational policies and recordkeepingrequirements;
Actively contributing to a positive team environment andidentifying oppurtunities to improve HR processes andpractices;
Relevant experience in HumanResources, Payroll, Work Health and Safety or a similaradministrative role will be highly regarded.
A current unrestrictedWA Driver's Licence and an acceptable National Police Clearancedated within the last six months are required for thisposition.
You will alsoneed strong organisational and administrative skills, excellentwritten and verbal communication skills, attention to detail andproficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
The successfulcandidate will be motivated,



willing to learn and able to managecompeting priorities while maintaining confidentiality and workingeffectively as part of a team.
Previousexperience in Local Government and knowledge of HR systems such asSynergySoft, MYOSH and Big Red Sky will also be highlyregarded.
More information about theposition and the requirements are in the
PositionDescription
at the bottom of this page.
Salary andBenefits
Working for SWEK means that in additionto the competitive annualsalary range indicated at the top of this page, you may also enjoya range of benefits including:
6 weeks of annualleave
12%employer superannuation contributions
Up to anadditional 5% of base salary in co-contributions tosuperannuation when the employee contributes an equivalentamount
EastKimberley Allowance of $11,901 per annum (pro-rata for parttime employees)
Salarypackaging options, including motor vehicles, rent and mortgageinterest expenses
11 publicholidays, plus two additional Local Government Days peryear
Flexibleworking arrangements
Shireprovided corporate uniforms
Opportunities forprofessional development and growth opportunities
Accessto a range of health and wellbeing initiatives, including freemembership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool,free employee health assessments, mental health and wellbeingprograms and confidential Employee Assitance Program (EAP)services
Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata tocasual, part-time and maximum-term roles.
Applicants must belegally entitled to work in Australia and will be required toprovide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidenceincludes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate,or foreign passport with a relevant visa.
Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance beforetheinterview stage of the recruitmentprocess.
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📌 Human Resources Support Officer (Kununurra)
🏢 Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley
📍 Kununurra