P&C Generalist

About MacDonnell Regional Council

Join MacDonnell Regional Council and contribute to meaningful community development in Central Australia. Based in Alice Springs, the Council offers a culturally rich workplace where 78% of the workforce is Indigenous, providing a vibrant and diverse environment. Experience living amidst the natural beauty of Central Australia, from tranquil waterholes to striking desert landscapes.

Position Details

• Role: P&C Generalist
• Employment Type: Permanent, full-time
• Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory
• Annual Salary: Starting at $93,109

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive administrative support to the People & Capabilities (P&C) department ensuring smooth operation of key functions.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle and oversee administrative processes related to employee onboarding, records, and data entry into the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Maintain electronic personnel files and P&C registers, ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
• Participate in refining and developing department policies, procedures, and operational frameworks.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience as a P&C or HR Generalist with a proactive approach to problem-solving and employee relations.
• Ability to handle end-to-end recruitment and HR administrative duties efficiently.
• Strong aptitude in maintaining accurate personnel records and HRIS data management.
• Flexible, cooperative, and driven to contribute positively to community outcomes.

Employee Benefits

• Six weeks of annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
• Generous superannuation contributions at 12%.
• Christmas shutdown with three additional gifted days.
• 12 days of paid personal or carers leave and 10 days of cultural and ceremonial leave.
• Parental leave provisions: 8 weeks for primary caregivers and 2 weeks for non-primary caregivers.
• Up to 15 days of study leave to support professional development.
• Recognition of NAIDOC as a public holiday celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

Additional Information and Application Process

• Applicants must have valid Australian work rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or appropriate work visa).
• This role is a designated special measure under relevant state and federal anti-discrimination laws, prioritizing Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates where eligible.
• Submit a one-page cover letter outlining suitability for the role along with your resume.
• Applications are being accepted until the right candidate is identified.
• For further information, contact the Executive Manager People & Capabilities at 08 8958 9600.