Hr Administration Support Officer (Melton)

Shape Careers, Strengthen Communities Join the Ravenhall HR Team. Full‑time salary $62,000 to $65,000 (based on experience) Base + Superannuation. Opportunity: HR Administration Support with Real‑World Impact At Ravenhall Correctional Centre, we believe HR is more than administration. It is about enabling people to thrive in one of the most complex and rewarding environments in Victoria. As our HR Administration Support Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting staff development through accurate record‑keeping, timely processing of HR transactions and consistent application of HR policies, procedures and compliance requirements. This vital role ensures our workforce is equipped to deliver GEO's Continuum of Care philosophy. Your Key Impact Areas
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Provide support to the Recruitment Coordinator with end‑to‑end administrative tasks for recruitment processes, including advertising, scheduling interviews, pre‑employment checks and documentation. Prepare employment contracts, onboarding packs, uniforms and system entries for recent starters. Liaise with the Learning & Development Administrative Support Officer to ensure the timely delivery of induction programmes, ensuring accurate attendance records and completion of mandatory requirements. Maintain candidate files and ensure compliance with privacy and security standards.
- HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Administration: Process employee lifecycle changes (promotions, transfers, secondments, extensions, resignations and terminations). Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and document management systems. Prepare letters, forms and templates in line with GEO policies, procedures, the Enterprise Agreement and Common Law contracts. Support probation tracking, performance review cycles and compliance reporting. Support the Payroll Coordinator with payroll administration tasks. Monitor the various HR‑related mailboxes, responding to queries where appropriate, or escalating to the appropriate Coordinator or Human Resources Manager.
- Compliance, Reporting & Governance: Ensure all HR processes align with legislation, contractual obligations, GEO policies and operating instructions. Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and maintaining accurate records. Generate routine HR reports as required (headcount, turnover, training compliance, recruitment activity).
- Employee Experience & Team Support: Provide timely, skilled customer service to staff and managers. Support HR projects, engagement initiatives and continuous improvement activities. Contribute to a positive, inclusive and values‑driven team culture. Is This You?
- Demonstrated experience in HR administration, payroll support or a related administrative role.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a high‑volume setting.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using HRIS or payroll systems.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated alignment with GEO's values, including safety, respect, integrity and rehabilitation‑focused practice.
- Certificate IV Business Administration, HR or related discipline.
- Knowledge of HR legislation, industrial instruments and compliance frameworks.
- Experience in corrections, emergency services, healthcare or other regulated environments. Our Unique Setting: Ravenhall Correctional Centre Ravenhall is an innovative facility focused on rehabilitation for young adults, Aboriginal prisoners, and those with complex mental health needs. Its unique campus‑style design underpins GEO's Continuum of Care philosophy, which extends post‑release through GEO's Community Reintegration Centre. Working here means you're supporting the people who drive this critical mission forward. This role is situated within a correctional setting and will involve direct contact with prisoners. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is mandatory. The Rewards
- Competitive salary and free parking.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Staff gym.
- Subsidised meals.
- Fitness Passport to promote wellbeing.
- Discounted gym and pool access for members and their families to over **** fitness facilities across Australia.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance (Medibank Private).
- Victorian Correctional Employees Association membership. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rj4sc