People & Culture Administrator - 6 Month Contract

People & Culture Administrator - 6 Month Contract pitt&sherry is an Australian employee‑owned consultancy. Since 1963 we have been delivering engineering and environmental consulting, advisory and project management services, thriving on tackling challenging projects that enable us to live up to our vision: inspired thinking to embrace the challenges of a changing world. We are proud to be Australia's most agile thinkers – engineers, scientists, planners, technicians, project managers and consultants across seven offices nationwide. Our multi‑disciplinary offering delivers solutions that make a true difference to people and places. The Opportunity We’re looking for a detail‑oriented and proactive HR administrator to join our team during an exciting time of growth. As part of our broader People & Culture strategy for 2025/2026, this role plays an important part in supporting operational excellence and enhancing the employee experience across the business. HR Operations & Administration: Manage core HR processes including maintaining employee records, supporting payroll administration and handling day‑to‑day HR inquiries via the HR inbox. Onboarding & Offboarding: Coordinate the end‑to‑end administration of onboarding and offboarding, including system setup and documentation across internal platforms. Contract Variations & Visa Administration: Oversee contract changes and support the administration of visa applications. Workcover & Safety Support: Partner with the safety team to manage Workcover claims and support employees experiencing personal injury or illness. HR Systems & Reporting: Ensure accurate data entry and reporting across HRIS platforms and internal systems. Project & Bid Coordination: Assist with P&C projects and contribute to the coordination of bid responses as needed. Process Improvement: Support ongoing efforts to streamline repetitive HR processes and enhance operational efficiency. Work options: Hybrid What You Bring Previous experience in HR, People & Culture, or Talent Coordination, with a solid understanding of employee lifecycle processes. Demonstrated exposure to onboarding, offboarding and recruitment administration. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (FinOps) or similar enterprise systems is desirable. Confidence in managing high‑volume, repetitive tasks with precision and consistency. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Experience in streamlining administrative workflows and working across multiple systems. Sound understanding of HR practices, policies and compliance requirements. Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Experience with payroll software is desirable; familiarity with Chris21 is a plus. High level of discretion when handling sensitive information, with a meticulous approach to data accuracy and record‑keeping. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and engage effectively across all levels. Why Join Us Passionate Team: We’re a friendly bunch passionate about our work, offering a great opportunity to join us as we launch into our 2030 strategy. Flexible Working Practices: Our team enjoys the best of both worlds, splitting time between home and the office for genuine work/life balance. Paid Parental Leave: Enjoy paid parental leave with no waiting period and a Return to Work Bonus when you’re ready to come back. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Complimentary access to qualified psychologists and coaches. Professional Development: We encourage ongoing learning and development; we are active members of Engineers Australia and Consult Australia. Additional Leave: Purchased additional leave allowance and cultural/ceremonial leave with access to floating public holidays. Social Connections: Regular social functions to connect with your team. Recognition and Growth – work for an agile company where your contributions are recognised and you can truly make a difference. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from a diverse background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature workers, LGBTI+ people and people from different cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr