About The City of West Torrens

As a medium sized metropolitan Council in South Australia, the City of West Torrens (CWT) offers you a chance to make a difference to the lives of residents in the community. We are large enough that we offer learning opportunities to support you in your role, and we're small enough so that you're not just 'one of a number'. With around 250 staff across various divisions, there is always something new happening and projects to be involved in.

People and Development Administrator

Job No: CWT095
Location: Hilton

  • Permanent full-time role 
  • Salary (Level 3 Officer): $74,547 to $80,559 per annum (FTE) inclusive of annual leave loading plus superannuation
  • Based at Hilton, SA
  • Car parking onsite
  • Roster day off per month

What you'll do

As the People and Development Administrator you will work closely with leaders throughout the recruitment and selection (talent acquisition) process, including the provision of an exceptional, seamless on boarding experience for leaders and candidates.

You will also work with the Team Leader Organisational Development to deliver upon the work health and safety (WHS) and mandatory corporate training programs by:

  • Assisting with the scoping out, engagement and facilitation of training providers
  • Coordinating the delivery of organisational training
  • Undertaking the administration and evaluation of training sessions
  • Reconciling training needs analysis, training plans and training attendance

You will develop and maintain sustainable, collaborative partnerships with key stakeholders and the broader workforce across the organisation to ensure WHS and human resource initiatives are supported and effectively implemented and embedded.

Who you are 

If you are adaptable, versatile, motivated and have a passion for positive outcomes you could be a great addition to the People and Safety department. We work hard, but it's rewarding and it's important that you can adapt to changing situations if the need or expectation arises.

You will have:

  • Experience contributing to continuous improvement processes and practices
  • A high level of computing skills including Excel, Word and Powerpoint
  • Sound verbal and written communication skills
  • A high level of negotiation, facilitation, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience working in a business administration of similar field.

In accordance with the requirements of this role, a National Police Clearance (within six months of issue) and Class C driver's licence will also be required as part of the recruitment process.  

Note: The CWT is a COVID-19 vaccinated workplace, so if successful in gaining employment with the CWT you will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination status indicating you have received your two primary doses (or three primary doses if immunocompromised) or alternately your SA Health approved vaccination exemption.  

City of West Torrens' proposition, 'Beyond the Paycheque'

We are committed to providing a positive and inclusive workplace for all employees, ensuring all are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage and support a workplace that values individual differences, experiences and perspectives and aim to foster these to achieve organisation and individual benefit.

We are committed to achieving and maintaining White Ribbon Accreditation.

We promote diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time.

Our teams are reflective of the communities in which we operate and we value the unique contribution each member makes. The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing.

We value staff well-being and professional development and offer a range of benefits and support that help balance work and life. In addition to salary, you are supported with.

  • Excellent work-life balance with a 40-hour working week and monthly rostered day off (for full time employees). 
  • Freedom to direct contributions to any compliant superannuation fund.
  • A holistic health and well-being program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more.
  • Free access up to 3 counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Journey accident insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Corporate uniform allowance.
  • Study assistance.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
  • On-site car parking.

So are you interested?

If you can picture yourself working within the Council's People and Safety department providing a rewarding and supportive service, click on the position description to find out more about this opportunity.

Enquiries to Renea Everett, Team Leader Organisational Development on 8416 6219.

How do you apply?

Respond to the questions below then submit a cover letter, resume, a copy of your COVID vaccination record, driver's licence and police clearance (within six months of issue if available).

Closing Date: 9:00am Monday 6 May 2024.

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