HR Payroll & Safety Support Officer

Come and work as a vital member of our Human Resources team here at Mareeba Shire Council, located within an easy one-hour drive from Cairns offering a regional lifestyle with all its benefits in relatively close proximity to Cairns.

The role:

The HR Payroll & Safety Support Officer is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of pays and the maintenance of employee records in accordance with relevant legislative requirements and industrial instruments.  The position provides administrative support to the Human Resources group with a focus on the Payroll function and Workplace Health and Safety.  The role will work under the close direction of the Workplace Health & Safety Advisor and provide administrative support to maintain, implement and ensure compliance with the safety management system, as directed.

What we are looking for:

You will have exceptional organisational and time-management skills which enable you to meet vital payroll processing time commitments and deadlines You will pride yourself on your high-level of accuracy and keen eye for attention to detail You will have excellent keyboard speed and be precise in your data entry You will have well-developed communication skills and sound written, numerical and digital literacy You will be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion, sensitivity and judgement You will enjoy working in a team environment and contributing in a positive manner to that team

What we can offer you:

Permanent, full-time position LGOA Level 2/1 – $64,682 per annum Mareeba Allowance – up to $1,651 per annum Work/life balance – 19-day month Up to 12% employer superannuation contributions 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading Lifestyle benefits such as access to a Fitness Passport Learning and development opportunities Salary sacrificing options

Interested?

Please send the following documents to [email protected]

Cover letter (no more than 300 words) Your current resume Completed Employment Application form

Please note, your resume and cover letter may be considered examples of your written communication skills.

Applications close: Tuesday, 13 August 2024  

For further information about this position contact Carlie Roll, Coordinator Human Resources, on 1300 308 461 during business hours only.

Mareeba Shire Council is committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce reflective of our community to better meet the needs of our customers.