Human Resources Officer – WHS (Parental Leave Cover)

Posted: 19/08/2026
Closing: 1/09/2026 04:00 PM

Permanent, Part-Time, Remuneration Up To $74,642.00 (Pro-Rata)

The Shire of Gingin is seeking an organised and proactive Human Resources Officer – WHS to support the effective delivery of our HR and workplace health and safety functions. This varied role will assist with WHS compliance, incident and risk management, workers compensation, training coordination, recruitment, performance management and general HR administration.

If you have strong organisational skills, sound judgement and an interest in building your career across both HR and WHS, we’d love to hear from you!

 

What We Can Offer You

  • Remuneration Up To $74,642.00 plus superannuation up to 15% (pro-rata).
  • 22 days annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
  • Flexible start/finish times.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Attractive working location and free parking.

 

To Apply

Applicants may view the Position Description HERE.

Written applications may be emailed to mail@gingin.wa.gov.au or submitted via the "Apply Online for this Job" button below.

A police clearance and medical check will be required later in the process.

Your application must include the following 3 documents:

  1. Covering letteroutlining your interest in the position.
  2. Current CV / Resumé (please ensure referees are current).
  3. Response to the Selection Criteria- see page 2 of the Position Description and in a separate document outline your ability to meet each of the requirements of the role (maximum of 3 pages).

Please note: the Shire of Gingin reserves the right to close the recruitment period earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

 

Applications close 4.00pm, Tuesday 1 September 2026.

 

Eligibility

  1. Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or legal working rights is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions at the Shire of Gingin.
  2. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
  3. Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
  4. The Shire of Gingin is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The Shire encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities, and genders to apply for this position.
  5. All employees and prospective employees of the Shire of Gingin are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

 

Enquiries

 

*Previous applicants need not apply.

*Note for recruiters and employment agencies – please do not contact us regarding this job posting as unsolicited resumes or recruitment services will not be responded to or accepted.


James Bayliss

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Additonal Info
Position Description

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Salary

 $74,642 AUD

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