Our organisation

The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. Our purpose is to protect the Australian people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation, through understanding risks, best practice regulation, research, policy, services, partnerships and engaging with the community.

Section overview

Human Resources is responsible for driving the development and delivery of a range of strategic and operational human resource management functions. Working in partnership with ARPANSA’s branches and offices, Human Resources provides services and advice on the Agency’s employment framework, workplace relations, workforce and succession planning initiatives, workforce metrics and analysis, talent management, organisational design and classification management, as well as the payroll and recruitment activities.

What we offer

Working at ARPANSA represents a dynamic and exciting opportunity to grow your career and access capability-building professional opportunities. At ARPANSA, our workforce priorities are building sustainable capability to enable achievement of ARPANSA’s mission, leading as an employer of choice in all the fields we provide opportunities, and strategically aligning our work to deliver meaningful outcomes for the Australian Community. A role at ARPANSA involves:

• Values and behaviours that underpin a culture characterised by commitment, respect, delivery, inclusion and collegiality.
• Opportunities to engage with national and international stakeholders, in a context that values leading practice science.
• The opportunity to pursue your interests while contributing to the Australian community.
• A commitment to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued. We appreciate the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and harness a collaborative environment. We actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
• Great working conditions including competitive salaries with 15.4% superannuation, generous leave conditions, flexible work practices, modern amenities, and free parking at both our Yallambie and Miranda sites.

Primary purpose of the role

The Senior HR Operations Coordinator is responsible for the management and the day-to-day operation of the agency’s payroll processing (including liaison with the outsourced payroll provider), recruitment and selection processes and responding to general HR queries from across the agency. This key role is expected to engage, impact and provide advice to ARPANSA managers and staff in relation to all elements of the employee lifecycle. Specifically, this role is a key customer service interface with the agency, being the initial contact point for general employment related queries. Additionally, this role will also offer key data and reporting on a regular basis to the Agency and lead the data response for surveys and reporting internally and externally. This role will also take an active role to ensure that all policies, systems and services are current and aligned to the strategic priorities established by the agency and Government.

Key accountabilities

• Plan, manage and lead the effective delivery of the payroll processing, including liaison with the payroll service provider to ensure satisfactory compliance of service delivery and operational services of the agency’s employment frameworks;
• Prepare and support relevant processes for recruitment and selection exercises, together with the on-boarding of new staff.
• Provide support on the development and implementation of best practice policies, processes and systems to support agency and Government initiatives
• Undertake workforce reporting and analysis to identify trends, issues and risks across a range of workplace metrics to drive and support the Executive with decision making.
• Build and sustain effective relationships both internally and with external stakeholders, including unions, professional associations, service providers and Government agencies to support the achievement of corporate and section goals;
• Provide a prompt efficient and personalised service to staff; respond flexibly to their needs and be committed to delivering high quality output; and
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Agency through consultation and participation with decision makers as required; including project based activities.

Our ideal candidate - job specific capabilities

To be considered for this position you will have a proven knowledge and extensive experience in successfully delivering contemporary human resource management services, strategic reporting, project implementation and employee relations activities within a corporate environment in the private or public sector. Tertiary qualifications or experience in payroll processing are essential to the position. You will also have a sound understanding of the Commonwealth’s legislative and policy frameworks in these areas.

You will possess highly developed operational skills with a proven track record of promoting change management and being able to respond flexibly and promptly to organisational and branch and office requirements. You will have well developed communication and negotiation skills and ability to assist in the development of effective, inclusive, consultative and high performing organisational cultures across the section, office and ARPANSA.

You must hold Australian citizenship and be prepared to travel interstate from time to time as required. ARPANSA requires all new employees to obtain and maintain a national security clearance as a condition of engagement.

Selection criteria

The selection criteria for this role are:

1. Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of pay-processing operations including the ability to manage an outsourced payroll arrangement;
2. Proven knowledge and understanding of Commonwealth HRM legislative and policy frameworks and ability interpret and apply APS conditions of service;
3. Ability to report and undertake analysis of workforce data in a clear and concise manner, together with developed skills and experience in the use of technology including the suite of Microsoft Office programs, databases and electronic document management systems;
4. Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and prioritise workloads; and
5. Well-developed liaison and communication skills including the ability to impart information clearly and accurately.

How to apply

Eligibility

Employment with ARPANSA is subject to:

• Conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999.
• Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) granting a security clearance at the required level.
• Evidence of citizenship status required.
• Evidence of qualifications required of the role.
• Evidence of a completed national police-check with no risks identified by ARPANSA.
• The CEO of ARPANSA, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.

The Australian Government Security Clearance Application Guide Book provides information on minimum eligibility requirements for holding a security clearance at the required level. Please ensure that you are able to provide the necessary documents if you apply for the position. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the AGSVA website.

Applications can be lodged through ARPANSA Careers.

Your application will consist of resume, contact details for two referees and a maximum 750 word cover letter.

ARPANSA recognises the need for our workforce to reflect the community we serve and provide an inclusive environment that respects and values diversity. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

RecruitAbility

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme applicants who choose to apply under the scheme will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy, where they meet the minimum requirements for the position. ARPANSA will provide reasonable adjustments or flexibilities in the recruitment process as requested. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability.

Merit pool

The selection process will establish a merit pool that may be used to fill similar positions within 18 months of advertising.

Enterprise Agreement

To find out more about the employment conditions at ARPANSA, please refer to our Enterprise Agreement.

Thank you for your interest

– ARPANSA