Skip to main content

This job has expired

Employee Services Officer

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
Australia
Closing date
Jul 29, 2019

Job Details

UQ Human Resources

UQ Human Resources is responsible for enabling achievement of the University's strategic ambitions through attracting and developing high performing staff, and delivers high quality advice and support to our clients on all aspects of HR and people matters.

HR is currently undergoing significant transformation (including new systems, specialist services, process review and redesign, and improved data and analytics capability) to become one of the leading HR functions in Australia, and is building a team of exceptional HR professionals to provide customer focused and contemporary solutions and services for our clients.

About This Opportunity

The Employee Services Officer is accountable for the efficient and effective management and coordination of all HR transaction processing activity undertaken by the Employee Services Unit to meet the operational and service delivery needs of the client portfolio. As the most experienced and designated 'super user' of the HRIS system in their Employee Services Unit, the Employee Services Officer is responsible for approving the delivery of HR transactions processed by Employee Services Assistants. This includes providing guidance to troubleshoot any complex transactions or issues emerging during the processing of recruitment, induction, probation, secondments, appointments, immigration, staff leave, special studies programs, performance appraisals, and payroll and remuneration administration.

The role contributes to the development and implementation of business processes and standard operating procedures to ensure the consistent application of the HR policy framework to key HR transactions and the achievement of high standards of service quality, timeliness and accuracy. The role ensures all HR transactions processed are in compliance with relevant policies and /or external legislative and regulatory controls.

This position is located at our picturesque St Lucia campus , renowned as one of Australia's most attractive university campuses, and located just 7km from Brisbane's city centre. Bounded by the Brisbane River on three sides, and with outstanding public transport connections, our 114-hectare site provides a perfect work environment - you can enjoy the best of both worlds: a vibrant campus with the tradition of an established university.

Our Ideal Candidate

Applicants should possess degree qualifications in HR, Business, or a related field with extensive knowledge and 'super user' experience working with enterprise HRIS systems. The ability to supervise a team of professionals, including the allocation of work, structured problem solving approaches, and good judgement to analyse, manage, and resolve a diverse range of HR operational issues is critical for success in this role.

You must have ongoing unrestricted work rights in Australia to apply for this opportunity.

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au .

What We Can Offer

There are continuing and fixed-term positions (6 months) at HEW level 5 available.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $67,608 - $75,506 per annum with superannuation contributions of between 9.5% (fixed-term positions) and 17% (continuing position).

You will be able to take advantage of UQ Sport Facilities , recreation leave loading (of 17.5%), salary sacrificing options, on-campus childcare, discounted private health insurance, affordable parking, development programs and many other benefits.

Questions?

To discuss this role please contact Ms Liza Leibbrandt, Team Leader, Employee Services on +61 7 344 3 1720 or via email at l.leibbrandt@uq.edu.au .

Want to Apply?

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter, of no more than two pages, addressing the selection criteria
  • Please confirm if you are interested in the continuing or fixed term positions or wish to be considered for both.

For information on completing the application process click here .

Company

Global Academy Jobs works with over 250 universities worldwide to promote academic mobility and international research collaboration. Global problems need international solutions. Our jobs board and emails reach the academics and researchers who can help.

"The globalisation of higher education continues apace, driving in turn the ongoing development of the global knowledge economy, striving for solutions to the world’s problems and educating a next generation of leaders and contributors."

Company info
Website

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert