HR Officer

Job Description
About Us
At WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA), we are dedicated to transforming and sustaining primary health care across Western Australia. As one of the 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia, we proudly manage three PHNs, guided by our Strategic Plan. Since our establishment in 2015, we've been committed to strengthening primary care through innovative partnerships and a 'one health system' approach, ensuring better access to services and improved health outcomes.

Our Work Focuses On

• Supporting general practices to deliver top-quality patient care.
• Funding local primary health services tailored to community needs.
• Connecting local services to simplify the health care system.
• Leading system-wide reform for long-term impact.

As an organisation that thrives in a dynamic environment, we embrace change and seek team members who are adaptable and flexible in their approach.

We are proud to be an inclusive organisation, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people from diverse cultures, and people living with disabilities.

Find out more about our values, workplace, and culture here .

About The Role
As an HR Officer at WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA), you will be a key member of the People and Culture team, supporting the full employee lifecycle and acting as a central point of contact for HR-related queries. You'll manage onboarding and induction processes, maintain employee records, and oversee transactional entries and system enhancements in Aspire (Oracle). This role also involves coordinating ergonomic assessments, managing the People and Culture mailbox, and providing timely advice to employees and leaders on HR policies and procedures.

You'll work closely with HR Advisors to support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.

Employment Type: Full-time Maximum term contract for 12 months
Location: WAPHA Head Office, Level 2, 1 Hood Street, Subiaco (Hybrid role)
Salary: Band 3 ($75k-80k Plus 12% Superannuation)
Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and induction processes to ensure a smooth start for new employees.
• Manage Aspire (Oracle) system transactions, including testing enhancements, raising incident tickets, and resolving queries.
• Maintain accurate employee data and electronic files, including processing contractual changes such as higher duties, working hours, remuneration, and reporting lines.
• Create and issue contract variation letters and probation review forms.
• Administer the People and Culture mailbox and respond to HR-related queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Liaise with external providers to schedule ergonomic workstation assessments.
• Provide administrative support across the People and Culture team, including updating position descriptions and processing invoice payments.
• Collaborate with HR Advisors to support continuous improvement initiatives and ad hoc projects.
• Post weekly announcements and updates on WAPHA's internal news page.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following selection criteria:
Essential Experience And Education

• Proven administrative experience in a similar role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the organisation
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and adapt to changing environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using HR systems (e.g., Oracle or similar platforms)
• Sound understanding of industrial and employee relations, including the ability to interpret and apply award clauses
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• A customer-focused mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement that combines remote work from home with office presence in our modern Subiaco office.
• Commitment to employee development.
• Salary packaging - WAPHA's arrangement allows for a maximum of $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits per fringe benefit tax year.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional paid parental leave.
• Gifted paid day off during Christmas shut down period.
• Annual $200 health and wellbeing reimbursement scheme.
• All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Study leave options available.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• 13 weeks long service leave after 10 years of continuous services (accessible on a pro-rata basis after 7 years).

To Apply
Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Your application should include your CV. As part of our recruitment process, you will be invited to complete an online assessment. This assessment consists of interactive questions designed to give us further insight into your experience and approach. It will simulate scenarios that you may encounter in the role.
Applications close 12pm Wednesday 17th September 2025.
WAPHA reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertised close date.
For further information please email Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided – applications received by email will not be accepted.
Applicants must hold current, unrestricted working rights in Australia to be eligible for this role. Candidates without valid authorisation to work in Australia will not be considered. Compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations is mandatory.
Successful candidates will be required to provide relevant qualifications, along with documentation including a valid visa (if applicable), passport, and police check upon request.
About Us
WA Primary Health Alliance builds and strengthens primary health care in Western Australia, so people can access the services they need closer to home. As the operator of all three Primary Health Networks in Western Australia, we aim to ensure that the people most at risk of poor health have access to quality care. By working closely with GPs, health professionals, service providers, hospitals, government, and the community to strengthen primary care state-wide, we are delivering better health, together.

About The Team
The Business Services Portfolio provides robust structures and processes to support the organisation to align its strategic and operational goals. It does so through the development and implementation of strong internal financial control systems and processes; ensuring WAPHA's people, processes and workplaces are diverse, productive, innovative and committed to wellbeing and excellence; bolstering corporate governance capacity in quality assurance, internal auditing, accreditation and probity; and risk assessment and mitigation.

The Portfolio's teams are Analytics and Performance; Project Management, Finance, Office & Business Support, Risk Management; People and Culture and Executive Office.