People Administrator

Who are we?

We’re here to help people live well and create a better and more sustainable future. We support healthy and liveable communities by delivering water, sewerage and recycled water services to 1.77 million people who rely on us every day and every night. At South East Water, we innovate with purpose and act with care to deliver healthy water for life. Fresh thinking and collaboration are at the heart of our organisation. We are constantly learning, embracing the challenges of today and excited by the opportunities that tomorrow will bring.  

The role

The People Administrator is responsible for providing administrative support to the People Operations team, ensuring accurate employee data management, and maintaining human resource systems and records. This role plays a key part in supporting the administrative elements of people operations, including processing employment changes, managing compliance documentation, and facilitating onboarding for new employees.

The People Administrator will be expected to collaborate and work closely with the wider People Operations Team to ensure our internal customers receive a high standard of service and support. 

Some of the key accountabilities for the role will include:

• Providing comprehensive administrative support to the People Operations team
• Acting as the initial point of contact for employees, responding to initial inquiries and tasks
• Managing position amendments and employee change requests ensuring accurate and timely updates in HRIS.
• Scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
• Generating and distributing employee change letters
• Facilitating induction programs for new starters
• Providing support to the payroll team as needed, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of end-to-end payroll services.

Who are you?

To be considered for this role, you'll possess at least one-to-two years of experience in a HR administrative role or similar, possibly supported by a tertiary qualification in Human Resources and/or knowledge of Industrial Awards, Enterprise Bargaining Agreements, Employment Law and the Fair Work Act.

Strengths in the following key skills will ensure you're able to hit the ground running, in this busy, multi-faceted role:

• Attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise
• Organisational skills and an ability to handle multiple workloads and competing priorities
• Analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to be discrete and deal professionally with confidential information, issues and data. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as customer service skills, focusing on building relationships.
• Proficiency in HR systems and data management tools
• Experience in scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Ability to connect and work collaboratively in a fast-paced people environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills

What's in it for you?

Working at South East Water means you can enjoy a wealth of benefits, starting with the chance to be part of an organisation deeply committed to environmental initiatives and sustainability; one who has been recognised as one of the top 101 Workplaces for Women in Australia by Work180 for the past two consecutive years.   

South East Water cultivates a dynamic culture that emphasises collaboration and strong work ethics, supported by career-focused learning and development opportunities. 

As a SEW employee, you can enjoy the following offerings from our benefits package: 

• Access to My Fitness Passport, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), annual flu shots, and health checks.  
• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options and leave purchasing.
• Life insurance and salary continuance. 
• 15 weeks paid parental leave and paid superannuation on eligible portions of unpaid parental leave.
• Additional leave offerings, such as cultural and ceremonial leave and study leave.  
• Head office with modern facilities and panoramic beachfront views, a separate parents' room, a prayer and meditation room, an onsite cafe, and free parking. 
• Opportunity to be part of great initiatives involving the local community  

This role is remunerated at a Level 2 which is between $82,036 and $93,388 + super and offers are commensurate with the successful candidates' experience. 
 

We're for everyone

Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. It makes us better learners, thinkers and collaborators, helping create better outcomes for our customers.  

We are deeply committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disability and jobseekers of all ages and cultures. We aim to provide an inclusive, accessible workplace where everyone is welcome, safe, and celebrated. If you need any help with the application process or would like to discuss your reasonable adjustments during interviews, please reach out to our Talent team at careers@southeastwater.com.au. 

Keen to make an impact?

Click here to check out the position description. We're accepting applications for this exciting opportunity until Thursday 10 April 2025! 

To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold unrestricted working rights for the period of employment at the time of application.  Successful candidates will also be required to undergo a number of pre-employment checks, including a police records check. 

South East Water operates a 24/7 service environment. Whilst this role does not involve after-hours rostered duty, all employees may be required to provide out of hours support from time to time as required. 

Visit southeastwater.com.au to learn more about us and how we serve our customers.