WE'RE HIRING!
Human Resources Officer | Part time | Initial 6 month Contract
2 Days Per Week | NSW or VIC -Based | Flexible & Hybrid Options
Ostara Australia is looking for an experienced, hands-on HR professional to join our not-for-profit organisation, supporting our teams across NSW and VIC.
We're looking for someone who knows their way around the SCHADS Award, Australian employment law and the employee lifecycle, and enjoys working alongside Senior Management to keep our people processes running smoothly.
What You'll Be Doing
- Recruitment: Coordinate recruitment, interviews, reference checks and employment offers.
- Onboarding: Manage contracts, inductions, employee documentation and probation processes.
- Offboarding: Coordinate resignations, employment separations and exit processes.
- Employee Support: Respond to general HR enquiries and provide practical advice on employment conditions, leave and workplace policies.
- Compliance: Provide guidance on SCHADS Award requirements, Fair Work legislation and the National Employment Standards.
- HR Administration: Maintain employee records, support Employment Hero administration and assist with HR policies and procedures.
- Management Support: Work closely with Senior Management on employee relations, HR matters and employment documentation, with key decisions subject to management approval.
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrated experience in a generalist HR role.
- Experience| Knowledge with the SCHADS Award is essential.
- Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation.
- Experience in recruitment, onboarding and offboarding.
- Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Someone who can work independently, exercise sound judgement and maintain confidentiality.
- Experience with Employment Hero would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
At Ostara Australia, we believe in making a difference through meaningful employment and inclusion.
We're offering:
- Two days per week, with negotiable working days and hours.
- NSW-based position supporting our NSW and VIC teams.
- Flexible and partially hybrid working arrangements.
- A supportive, purpose-driven not-for-profit environment.
- Working directly with Senior Management to make a meaningful contribution.
This role could be a great fit for a parent returning to work, a semi-retired HR professional, or someone experienced in HR who is looking for flexibility without stepping away from meaningful work.
Interested?
Send your resume and a brief introduction to:
[email protected]
No recruitment agencies, please.
Ostara Australia is an equal opportunity employer.
We value diversity, inclusion and lived experience and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Pay: From $55,300.00 per year
Benefits:
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burwood NSW
📌 Human Resources Officer (Part-Time) (Burwood)
🏢 Ostara Australia
📍 Burwood