Come and join a team that’s making a real difference to the health and quality of life to communities on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. Nganampa Health Council is looking for a People Operations Coordinator to maintain our people processes and provide a positive employment experience for our team members.
If you are well organised, quick to learn, enjoy dealing with people, and you want to develop your career further, then read on!
At Nganampa Health Council we’ve been providing health services on the APY lands for over 40 years and we’re proud of our track record improving health outcomes in the community. We operate clinics in 6 main communities, with teams based both on and off the lands. Our office in Alice Springs is the hub of our activities and the centre for the Business Support team and this role.
About the role:
As the first point of contact for People Operations enquiries, you will provide effective administrative and coordination support across the employee lifecycle. You will play a key role in recruitment, onboarding, HR systems maintenance, and supporting managers and employees with routine HR processes.
Working closely with the People Operations Manager, you will help ensure our systems, records, and processes support a positive employee experience and meet compliance obligations.
You will also:
- Act as the first point of contact for People Operations enquiries, providing timely and professional support to employees and managers
- Prepare routine employment documentation and provide administrative support across the employee lifecycle
- Provide first-level advice on routine HR matters and escalate complex issues as required
- Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and manage training assignments through the LMS
- Support recruitment activities including advertising, screening coordination, background checks, and onboarding
- Coordinate induction processes and ensure compliance documentation is completed and recorded
- Assist with HR reporting and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency
- Maintain confidentiality of all HR-related information
About you:
Essential
- Experience in a senior HR administration or coordination role.
- Strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
- Strong communication skills and ability to support staff and managers.
- Understanding of Australian employment legislation and HR compliance.
- Experience working in complex or remote environments.
Desirable
- Recruitment and onboarding coordination experience.
- Exposure to enterprise agreements or the ACCHO Award.
- Experience supporting HR projects or recognition programs.
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations or communities.
We offer some great benefits and a competitive salary for the right candidate. This is a great opportunity to be part of a team making a real difference in the community so come and join us- apply now!
For a copy of the Position Description please email hr@palya.org.au
Applications close: Monday, 23 March 2026
We may commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.
