People Operations and Improvement Advisor

3 days ago


Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

**Overview**:
**Work type**:Full Time - Fixed Term

**Salary**:$95,102 - $107,905

**Grade**:VPSG4

**Occupation**: Research

**Location**: Melbourne

**Reference**: 7151

**About the role**

**This is a Fixed term role until 1st August 2026**

The People Operations and Improvements Advisor plays a critical role in managing the employee lifecycle and maintaining DTP’s organisational structure within our HCM platform VicGov People. This position works closely with other members of People Operations to deliver a fit-for-purpose service delivery that enhances operational efficiency and effectiveness within the branch.

This position provides a customer centric experience for stakeholders and is responsible for processing employee lifecycle changes, overseeing the integrity of people and position data, and offering strategic advice to stakeholders across the Department. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of HR policies and procedures.

**To access the Position Description,**please click here.**

**Position Outcomes / Accountabilities**

You will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following duties:

- **Transactional Processing**: Exercises a high level of attention to detail when processing employee lifecycle changes, such as onboarding, transfers, and employee data changes. As well as the delivery of data entry and maintenance of DTPs organisational structure within the VicGov People system.
- **Stakeholder Satisfaction**: Has comprehensive knowledge of business processes, HR policies, and systems to deliver best practice advise and innovative solutions to stakeholders. Has demonstrated the needs of the stakeholder have been understood and has collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement a solution in alignment with system, governance, and legislative requirements.
- **Data Integrity**: Uses an analytical mindset to identify and correct errors in people and position data, ensuring accuracy and consistency within the VicGov People system. Has demonstrated the ability to recognise trends, analyse data, and make informed recommendations to leaders.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Participates in a culture of continuous improvement by collaborating with others, soliciting feedback, and contributing ideas of process enhancement to improve service delivery and resolve stakeholder concerns.
- In line with Section 31A of the Public Administration Act 2004 (Vic) other duties may be assigned consistent with employment classification, skills, and capabilities.

**Key Selection Criteria**

**Personal Attributes**

**Qualifications and Experience**

**Mandatory**
- Strong understanding of HR policies and procedures.
- Experience operating within SAP SuccessFactors and understanding of Employee Central.

**Desirable**
- Experience working within HRIS platforms.
- Degree in Human Resources, or a related field.

**What we offer**
- Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable.
- Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
- A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork.
- Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs.
- We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture.

**Culture Value**

We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

**How to Apply**

Applications close Thursday 24 April 2025 at 11.59PM

Posted 10 April 2025



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