Human Resources Officer, UNSW Canberra

Employment type:   Full-time, 35 hours per week, fixed-term contract
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Level 5/6 - Level 5 from $85,717/Level 6 from $100,354 plus 17% super

Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters
As an HR Officer at UNSW Canberra, you will be a vital member of our dynamic HR team, delivering essential operational HR services and proactive customer service. Your role involves interpreting, implementing and administering the University’s HR policies and procedures whilst ensuring compliance. You will provide reliable HR reporting and drive continuous improvements, reporting to the HR Business Partner and collaborating closely with the HR Consultants. At Level 6, you will take on additional responsibilities, including providing expert advice on complex HR issues, mentoring new HR Officers and utilising HR data to support solution focussed recommendations. By contributing to the entire employee lifecycle, you will help shape a supportive and innovative HR environment, making a positive impact on our HR team and UNSW Canberra.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

Level 5

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or similar with at least 1-2 years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Sound understanding of contemporary HR practice, and experience in interpreting and applying relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to accurately draft and prepare HR related documentation.
• Understanding of various office software including email, word processing, spreadsheets and experience in using computerised HR systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop communicate confidently at all levels.
• Ability to set priorities and manage workflow independently within a high-volume and fast-paced environment.

Level 6 (in addition to the above)

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in HR at a graduate or postgraduate level with at least 3 years’ experience in an HR role.
• Demonstrated experience in providing a broad range of authoritative professional HR advice and assistance to a range of clients on complex HR policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in analysing and providing advice based on data and HR metrics, in line with business needs.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:

• your CV
• a 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.

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Applications close: Wednesday 9 April 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Get in Touch

Queries regarding applications - please contact: h.whale@unsw.edu.au  

(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.