People and Culture Officer

• Gain exposure to a wide range of HR functions in a busy and diverse position.
• Enjoy a great work-life balance with flexible working arrangements.
• Part-time position , 20 hours per week, spread across the week.
• Hybrid work model, Officer location
• $77,289 - $87,091 + super (pro rata)

Together, Different Future
As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.

We're looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.

About The Opportunity
Are you ready to make a real impact in a busy, diverse, and hands-on HR position within a small, supportive, and collaborative team? This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in local government, where no two days are the same and your contribution truly matters. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where managing a shared inbox, juggling priorities, and staying agile are part of the rhythm all while enjoying great work-life balance and opportunities to learn, pivot, and grow.

This position is available due to a valued team member taking parental leave, offering you the chance to step into a dynamic position and make a meaningful contribution from day one.

You will make an impact by

• Being the first point of contact for HR queries, providing timely and accurate, customer centric support.
• Coordinating interviews, assisting on panels, and initiating pre-employment checks.
• Managing HR documentation, employment contracts, and compliance requirements with precision.
• Supporting employee wellbeing initiatives and cyclical people activities across the organisation.
• Contributing to projects that improve employee experience and enhance HR service delivery.
• Creating purchase orders and processing receipting to support the People Operations and wider People and Culture business unit.

What You Will Bring

• Strong ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced, operational environment. Exceptional capacity to multitask and prioritise tasks within a fast-paced operational environment.
• High level of initiative and autonomy, with a proactive approach to learning and improvement.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience working in a shared inbox environment and managing competing demands.
• Agile mindset with the ability to pivot quickly and adapt to changing priorities.
• Hands-on HR administration experience.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is passionate about people, and wants to make a meaningful contribution every day. If you're ready to bring your energy, initiative, and HR administration expertise to a team that values impact and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.

Why work with us

• Activity based and hybrid work model.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.
• A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
• A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.
• Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.

To apply

• Please complete the online application form, including uploading your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the position.
• Applications close, 14th September 2025
• For further information regarding the position please contact Shamama Affrin Khan, Senior People and Culture Officer on or refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on
All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.
You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this position.