Human Resources Officer

**Acknowledgement of Country**

Vacenti acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, and sea of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge the continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

**The opportunity**

Vacenti is seeking a Full-time Human Resources Officer to join the Human Resource Team at Shared Services_. _Reporting to, and working closely with the Human Recourses Manager,this role involves championing HR initiatives aligned with Vacenti's strategic objectives. You will foster an inclusive work environment, drive employee engagement, ensure compliance with employment laws, and contribute to talent attraction, development, and retention. By implementing best HR practices and promoting effective communication, you will play a crucial role in building a collaborative, innovative, and continuously improving workplace culture.

**Your main responsibilities will include**:

- Provide professional and timely responses to internal and external stakeholders via various communication channels.
- Offer guidance to employees and managers on matters related to the employee lifecycle, programs, and policies.
- Address payroll and benefits queries, collaborating with the Payroll Officer to resolve issues.
- Manage uniform requests, corporate name badges, and maintain a register of employees on working visas.
- Oversee visa monitoring, work rights, vaccination, and police check re-accreditation processes.
- Monitor and communicate fixed-term contract end dates and facilitate conversions as per awards and agreements.
- Contribute to the development of metrics for core HR processes and assist in budgeting.
- Provide status updates and assist in collating metrics for monthly SLT reports.
- Recommend enhancements and improvements across the operational framework.
- Contribute to the development of metrics for core HR processes and the administration of surveys for feedback.
- Collaborate with the HR team to deliver organisational objectives and support team members as needed.
- Assist in recruitment and administration tasks, contributing to the overall success of the HR function.

**To be successful in this position you will need**:

- A sound knowledge of contemporary HR practices.
- Intermediate user of MS Office Suite, Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Interpersonal and Communication - demonstrate excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Teamwork and Collaboration - ability to work collaboratively within a team and with other stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail - display a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Initiative - a continuous improvement mindset and creativity.
- Work Autonomously - ability to work autonomously but use good judgment to escalate matters and work with other stakeholders to resolve queries where appropriate.
- Time Management - demonstrated ability to plan and prioritise own workflow and manage conflicting tasks and deadlines.
- Adaptability and Flexibility - willingness to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn and cross train.
- Honesty and Integrity - a personal philosophy of honesty and integrity, and practical approach that is compatible with the Vacenti values.
- Discretion - demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information and use sound judgement when communicating matters of a sensitive nature.
- To be considered for this opportunity you must have the right to live and work in Australia. If you are successful, you will be required to obtain a national police clearance prior to commencement.

**Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion**

At Vacenti, we firmly believe in fostering an environment that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our operations. We recognise that the collective power of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds enriches Vacenti as an organisation, enhances our innovation, and promotes a culture of respect and understanding.

**About Vacenti**

Vacenti Aged Care has been proudly serving the elderly community since 1973, making us a trusted and experienced provider of aged care services. For nearly five decades, we have been dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents, offering a wide range of specialised care options, including residential and home care services. Our team of skilled and compassionate professionals are committed to ensuring that each resident receives personalised care, maintaining their dignity and independence throughout their journey with us.

At Vacenti Aged Care, we believe in making a positive impact in the community we serve. We take pride in fostering strong connections with the local community, creating an environment of belonging and support for all. Our corporate social responsibility initiatives focus on promoting equal opportunity for both residents and staff. We actively engage with disability services to ensure that