Human Resources Trainee Officer

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Requisition ID: REQ597866

Human Resources Trainee Officer (identified) – Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW)

Please note, this opportunity is an identified Aboriginal position. Exemption is given from sections 8 and 51 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

My Gateway, in partnership with Justice Health NSW is currently recruiting for a Human Resources Officer Trainee.

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

Just the place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most

The role

We are currently looking for a Human Resources Trainee Officer to work alongside the Manager, Aboriginal Workforce Development to support the growth and retention of our workforce. The HR Trainee will work across various teams such as Workplace Relations, Recruitment and Onboarding, Organisational Development and Aboriginal Health. The HR trainee will provide assistance and support to the broader workforce on all Aboriginal workforce matters. Initial training with Justice Health will be undertaken via a formal traineeship resulting in a direct pathway to a career with Justice Health on successful completion.

• On the job studying - Certificate III in Business (HR electives) or Certificate IV in Human Resources.
• Liaising with the People and Culture team to provide support to Aboriginal workforce matters.
• Assisting with routine administration tasks.
• Respond to email and telephone enquiries from colleagues and candidates inquiring for positions with Justice Health NSW.
• Comply with NSW Health and Justice Health policies and procedures.
• Help to plan, implement, deliver, and evaluate Aboriginal Health Workforce initiatives within Justice Health NSW and joint Aboriginal Health Initiatives shared in partnership with Corrective Services NSW and community stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and including managing highly sensitive information.
• Participate in, and provide support to any Justice Health event, meeting or activity where Aboriginal Workforce are required.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team, including processing HR-related documentation, managing HR inbox and correspondence, preparing reports, and assisting with the implementation of HR policies and procedures. Ensure timely and accurate processing of tasks.

My Gateway - Learning provider

This is a unique traineeship combining the opportunity with Justice Health NSW and the support of My Gateway.

You'll benefit from:

• Earn & Learn: Get paid while completing a nationally recognised qualification (Certificate III in Business with HR electives or Certificate IV in HR) during work hours – with no student fees.
• Community Impact: Be part of a workplace committed to Aboriginal workforce growth and cultural safety, with initiatives that support real change.
• Cultural Support: Grow professionally with the guidance of an First Nations mentor.
• Dedicated Support: Lock in success with ongoing support from Justice Health NSW's People & Culture team and traineeship exerts My Gateway.
• Career Pathway: Gain valuable workplace experience in healthcare HR and a direct pathway into ongoing roles within Justice Health NSW.
• Extra Benefits: Weekly pay, 4 weeks' annual leave, free confidential counselling services, and eligibility for government incentives.

READY TO APPLY?

The first step is to submit your resume and answer the following targeted question

• Do you identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person?
• Why are you interested in working in Human Resources, and what do you hope to learn in this role?

What happens when I Apply?

Shortlisted candidates only will be contacted via phone. Please be aware you will need to attend My Gateway's Campbelltown (Sydney) office for an initial interview and complete an aptitude test. For further information please visit

Applications Close: Monday 15th September :59pm