HR Project Officer - Contract
- Location:
- Southwestern Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Posted:
- 30th June 2026
- Advertiser:
- Hays - ANZ - 3004805
- Competitive hourly rate
- ASAP start
- Hybrid work arrangement
A large public sector organisation is seeking an experienced HR Project Support Officer to join its People & Performance team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to key HR initiatives while working within a collaborative and fast-paced project environment.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the HR Projects team, you will provide project coordination, administrative support and stakeholder engagement across a range of people-related initiatives. You will play a key role in supporting project delivery, maintaining documentation, coordinating communications and ensuring projects remain on track against key milestones and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery and implementation of HR projects and initiatives.
- Coordinate meetings, prepare reports, briefing papers and PowerPoint presentations.
- Monitor project milestones, actions and deliverables.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, records and correspondence.
- Liaise with stakeholders and provide updates on project progress.
- Assist with project communications and organisation-wide change initiatives.
- Undertake research, analysis and reporting to support decision-making.
About You
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- Experience working within HR, supporting project environments.
- Strong administration and coordination skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Previous experience within the public sector or local government will be highly regarded.
What's on Offer?
- ASAP start
- Contract through to mid-October 2026
- $58 - $66 per hour + Super
- Hybrid working arrangements available
- Opportunity to work on meaningful people and culture projects
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Convenient South-West Sydney location
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Aran.Martinez@hays.com.au
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