People and Culture Officer

The Opportunity

The People and Culture Team at Sealink - K'gari are seeking a P&C Generalist to join the team, this role plays an integral part in supporting the operations and P&C Manager with Human Resource related matters.

The People & Culture Officer will support SeaLink K'gari operations including Kingfisher Bay Resort, K'gari Beach Resort, K'gari Explorer Tours, marine operations and support services, and will be part of a team that values integrity and teamwork

This is a permanent full-time salaried role working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

About You

You will have exceptional interpersonal skills and be an effective communicator (both verbally and in writing). With close attention to detail, you ensure compliance with relevant legislation and obligations at all times.

You will also have the following:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Human Resources field or relevant experience.
• Experience in generalist HR activities across a range of platforms.
• Knowledge of employment legislation, remuneration and benefits, safety, employee engagement, and employee development.
• Experience in performance management.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations.
• Ability to interpret industrial instruments and legislation to provide timely advice to support leaders and employees. .
• Experience in end to end recruitment
• Ability to coach and mentor staff.
• Ability to providing payroll administration and collaboration.
• Can do attitude, and problem solver.
• People and culture experience in tourism, hospitality or transport is highly regarded.

Key to success in this role, you will be able to work independently in a fast-paced and diverse environment. You will also have exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities and be able to build effective working relationships with all stakeholders. Your leadership qualities allow you to mentor and coach leaders in HR practices.

Benefits - conditions apply

• Travel Allowance: An annual $1,000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance to help you explore.
• Exclusive Discounts: 25% off resort dining, bars, retail, and spa
• Recognition Programs: Your hard work won't go unnoticed—we've got awards and programs to celebrate you
• Convenient Transfers: Free ferry rides to and from the island—getting here is a breeze.

About us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia's Eastern Queensland coast, is the world's largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.

SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

How to Apply

Click APPLY to complete an application including your current resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the right fit for this position.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.