HR Officer

Join to apply for the HR Officer role at Ingersoll Rand Compressor Systems & Services Job Summary The HR Officer delivers comprehensive HR and payroll support across the region. This role manages the full employee lifecycle—from onboarding through to off‑boarding—ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency in all HR and payroll processes. Responsibilities include overseeing HRIS data integrity, payroll coordination, compensation and benefits administration, WorkCover management, and statutory reporting in accordance with local employment legislation and company policies. This is a site‑based position located in Dandenong South, requiring the successful candidate to be on‑site Monday to Friday and to work closely with operational teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Facilitate onboarding and off‑boarding processes, including employment contracts, pre‑employment checks, orientation sessions, and exit interviews. Support performance appraisal processes and assist managers with performance‑related matters. Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and ensure data integrity. Generate HR reports and support data analysis for compliance and strategic HR planning. Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation. Prepare, maintain, and submit statutory reporting to government, superannuation, and other compliance obligations. Ensure HR practices comply with regional employment legislation, awards, enterprise agreements, and company policies. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of employment legislation to ensure ongoing compliance. Provide practical, solution‑focused support on employee relations, compliance, and operational matters to team leaders, employees, and global HR teams. Contribute to policy updates and continuous improvement of HR processes and compliance systems. Coordinate timely and accurate payroll data for employees across multiple sites. Liaise with the external payroll provider to ensure correct processing, including all statutory deductions and reporting. Administer employee benefit programs and manage vendor relationships as required. Manage workers’ compensation processes, including claims lodgement, liaising with insurers, coordinating return‑to‑work plans, and ensuring compliance with state‑based requirements. Ensure compliance with superannuation, taxation, and reporting obligations. Act as the point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and workplace matters. Support employee relations, performance management, and dispute resolution processes in collaboration with management. Assist in implementing engagement and communication initiatives to enhance the employee experience. Support the implementation of global and regional HR initiatives locally. Participate in HR systems and process improvement projects. Prepare and deliver HR presentations and reports as required. Key Competencies Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 4 years’ experience in HR operations or generalist HR roles, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Demonstrated experience in end‑to‑end payroll coordination, including superannuation, taxation, and statutory reporting, preferably with an external payroll service provider. Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in WorkCover and return‑to‑work coordination, with understanding of related compliance obligations and WGEA reporting requirements. Experience with HRIS systems and data management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all organisational levels. High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem‑solving ability, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite with advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Human Resources Industry Machinery Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr