Coffs Harbour City Council

Trainee Human Resources (HR) Officer

• Are you passionate about people, driven to succeed and looking for a platform to launch your HR career? The City has a fantastic opportunity to join as a Trainee HR Officer!

About the role

Are you ready to kick-start an amazing career in Human Resources? The City of Coffs Harbour is now accepting applications from candidates interested in completing a two-year traineeship in Certificate IV Human Resource Management whilst gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of the HR function!

As a Trainee HR Officer with the City, you will work amongst the experienced and passionate Organisational Development team conducting tasks and projects associated with performance development, employee and business relations, learning and development, recruitment and onboarding, and Work, Health & Safety to name a few. You will learn how to plan and organise materials and tools required to deliver a professional Human Resources service to City employees and play a key role in promoting a culture that is conducive to a safe and positive workplace.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is eager to make a difference, develop their skills and contribute to shaping a vibrant workplace culture. This is a fast-paced environment where every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow. If you are passionate about people, like to multi-task and are driven to succeed, we want to hear from you!

This is your chance to embark on a rewarding career journey in Human Resources and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation. You'll be mentored by our expert team and given the chance to make a meaningful impact from day one.

For further information regarding this opportunity, please review the Position Description or click here for frequently asked questions.

The start date for this traineeship is flexible (e.g. 2025) depending on the circumstances of the successful candidate.

About you?

• Minimum Completion of Year 12 Higher School Certificate or equivalent
• A genuine interest and passion for developing a career in Human Resources
• High level of personal initiative, integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy including experience/knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work under supervision and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• The successful candidate will possess a willingness to undertake and successfully complete a Certificate IV Human Resources Management through a combination of on-the-job and off-the-job training.

What's on offer?

• Between $687.10 and $803.30 per week (depending on age) + 11.5% superannuation
• Temporary two-year Full-Time position 35 hours per week.
• Scope for performance-based salary increases in line with the completion of studies.
• Support throughout your studies and reimbursements for learning materials and textbooks.
• Ongoing training and development throughout your qualification.
• Work/Life balance with the ability to accrue flex time

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Shelley Lantry, Team Leader Human Resources at shelley.lantry@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0409 904 975 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around your application or the recruitment process, then you can reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found on our Careers Page: https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant/

The City of Coffs Harbour is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.