At Scitech we deliver informative programs and experiences to engage minds, inspire imaginations and promote STEM learning.
We are seeking a highly collaborative and efficient People and Culture Officer to join our supportive team, who will be responsible for providing a wide range of both people services and administrative support.
About the role
Reporting to the Manager, People & Culture, you’ll play a key role in delivering operational HR support across recruitment, onboarding, compliance and People & Culture projects.
This is a hands-on true generalist role, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the business.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, employment changes and exits
- Leading end-to-end recruitment processes, including job ads, phone screening, interviews and offers
- Coordinate onboarding activities including Working with Children Checks, Fit2Work applications and induction days.
- Preparing and maintaining employment contracts, HR documentation and employee records
- Providing managers with employee relation support, including performance management, conduct and other disciplinary matters
- Ensuring compliance with Fair Work, awards and Australian employment legislation
- Contributing to culture, engagement and values-based people projects and practices.
About you:
We are seeking a proactive individual with a can-do attitude who enjoys working across a broad range of People & Culture activities. With strong stakeholder engagement skills and adaptability, you will play an integral role in supporting both people and operational objectives of the business.
You’ll bring:
- Qualification in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in a HR generalist or similar People & Culture role
- Knowledge of Australian HR legislative frameworks (i.e. the Fair Work Act) and contemporary HR practices.
- Strong organisational skills with a keen ability to prioritise tasks to meet required deadlines.
Employee Benefits
Some of the perks of working at Scitech include:
- Birthday leave;
- Wellness days;
- Purchased leave policy;
- Gifted leave across Christmas and New Year Period;
- Discounts on specified goods, services and activities;
- Professional development opportunities;
- Scitech membership and discovery shop discount; and
- Gentral location with close proximity to public transport routes.
About Us
There are over 2.5 million minds in Western Australia. Scitech is here to ignite a spark of curiosity in every single one.
We are a not-for-profit organisation, committed and passionate about preparing Western Australians for the future. Scitech delivers exciting science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) experiences to engage minds in our Science Centre and in every corner of the state. This engagement is facilitated by our regional visits, tours and innovative programs.
To Apply
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Please click “Apply” and upload a copy of your current CV and covering letter. Please note covering letters that address the key selection criteria (outlined above) will be looked upon favourably.
Please direct any queries to the Scitech People and Culture team at [email protected].
Please note shortlisting for this role will start immediately.
To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to provide or obtain a National Police Clearance.