About the Baker Institute
The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute is an independent, internationally renowned medical research facility tackling the nation’s biggest health challenges — heart disease, diabetes and their complications. With more than 99 years of impact, we’re at the forefront of translating research into better health outcomes and longer, healthier lives.

The Opportunity
We’re seeking a highly organised and solutions-focused HR Advisor to join our collaborative HR team.
This role provides broad operational and advisory HR support across the Institute while acting as System Administrator for the HR Information System (TechOne). You’ll play a key role in implementing new HRIS modules, improving HR processes and supporting and advising leaders and staff across the full employee lifecycle.

This role is based on-site, Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) at our Commercial Road, Melbourne location. Given the hands-on and collaborative nature of the position, a hybrid arrangement is not available.

How you’ll make an impact

Act as the System Administrator for the HRIS (TechOne) and lead implementation, training and user support across the Institute

Partner with managers and staff to ensure HR practices are consistent, timely and customer-focused

Provide HR advice and operational support across recruitment, onboarding, contracts, performance and offboarding

Build, test and refine HR processes, documentation and workflows to drive efficiency and compliance

Maintain HR data integrity and generate reports and dashboards to support strategic decision-making

Manage immigration and compliance processes for international staff and visiting academics

Manage HR communications, induction materials and intranet updates

Contribute to policy reviews, workforce projects and HR initiatives that enhance engagement and capability

What you’ll bring

Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related field (essential)

Experience as a System Administrator for an HRIS (essential), ideally with TechnologyOne (desirable)

Extensive experience implementing new modules, training and maintaining an HRIS (essential)

Previous experience in a Medical Research Institute or academic environment (highly desirable)

Strong stakeholder engagement, analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail

How to apply
Submit your application via SEEK, including a cover letter and updated CV by Monday, 3 November 2025.

For further information contact:
HR Team - Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute
E: [email protected]