People & Culture Coordinator

About the Company

Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with over 120 years’ experience in delivering a wide range of high-quality and cost-effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.

Our growth has culminated in the business we are today: a full Construction, Engineering, Mining & Industrial Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by our 26 divisions.

With over 2,000 employees Australia-wide, we foster a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, while aligning with our core values of commitment, integrity and safety. In return, we reward those who passionately work with us towards our vision. 

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a People and Culture Coordinator (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract) to join the growing team at Ahrens.

This role provides hands-on generalist Human Resource support across Ahrens as well as its related entities, by collaborating and working closely with various managers and stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a passion for, and experience in, recruitment with an eagerness to grow their skill set and play a key role in the ongoing success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment activities including; reviewing and updating position descriptions, developing job advertisements, screening applications, organizing interviews, conducting reference checks, arranging pre-employment medicals and providing letters of offer in line with relevant Awards or Enterprise Agreements
• Provide feedback to candidates on application progress and outcome in a timely manner.
• Provide support to managers on the appointment of new employees, ensuring all onboarding and induction processes are completed for a successful commencement.
• Coordinate employees 3 and 6 months reviews, escalating performance concerns to the Employee Relations Manager prior to the completion of employee probation.
• Manage and maintain company immigration, employee working right and company sponsorship as required.
• Provide initial level of guidance to employees and manager for queries related to employee and industrial relations and internal Human Resources Policies.
• Support the People and Culture team with initiatives related to training and development, corporate social responsibility and process improvements.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in Human Resource administration and knowledge of recruitment, and or experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply Industrial Awards and Enterprise Agreements, plus knowledge of National Employment Standards.
• High level of attention to detail and proven ability to prioritise and multi-task.
• A proactive, professional with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a broad range of people.
• High personal integrity with an understanding of and commitment to confidentiality.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Skills, including high level reporting skills.
• Flexibility and ability to be successful in a dynamic environment. 

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing
• Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
• Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
• Family, social and team building events including Friday afternoon team bonding
• Opportunities for career progression

How to Apply

To apply click the "Apply Now" to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to Tracy Davidson, Talent Acquisition Specialist via email to *********@ahrens.com.au

Ahrens is an Equal Opportunity employer who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.