Human Resources Officer at SGS in Notting Hill, Victoria, AU

Company Description

SGS Australia is a leading provider of Testing, Inspection, and Certification services, supporting multiple industries across the country with trusted expertise and technical excellence. Backed by SGS’s global legacy of over 140 years, we operate one of the largest networks of accredited laboratories and field facilities in Australia, with a network of more than 50 offices and laboratories and over 1,600 employees across Australia. We are accredited by NATA and ISO 9001, ensuring our services meet both Australian and international standards.

Job Description

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a true generalist HR role where no two days are the same. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of end-to-end HR services while being a trusted point of contact for employees and leaders.

You’ll contribute to creating a positive, compliant and high-performing workplace culture, while developing your experience across a broad range of HR activities.

This role is open to applications from candidates based in Melbourne or Brisbane.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting HR Business Partners and HR Advisors with day-to-day HR activities
• Preparing employment contracts, letters and HR documentation
• Supporting visa and immigration processes where required
• Assisting with employee relations matters, including investigations and grievance handling
• Managing HR systems, employee records and ensuring data accuracy and compliance
• Supporting performance review processes and training coordination
• Assisting with HR reporting and analytics to support decision-making
• Contributing to HR projects, policy updates and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent
• 2–3 years’ experience in an HR or administrative role
• Working knowledge of Australian employment legislation
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Confidence working with HR systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build strong relationships and manage competing priorities
• A high level of discretion and confidentiality

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you — apply today.

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR SGS?

Working at SGS means joining an innovative, Global company. Here are some of the benefits to working for SGS.

• As a company, we have embraced the shift to flexible work

• Sustainability is embedded in our culture and the way we do business

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time for volunteering day and blood donations

• Corporate health & wellbeing offers

• Ongoing learning & development

• Career development opportunities (Nationally and Globally)

• SGS Rewards: Our employee benefits platform with access to retail and online discounts and cashback

COME TO WORK AND BE 100% YOU

SGS Australia supports a diverse workforce, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. Providing employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important part of our SGS Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). We truly believe the diversity among us will continue to foster a strong, innovative, and forward-thinking workplace.

SGS Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.