About Somerville Community Services

Somerville is a for-purpose, community-based organisation that has supported Territorians for over 60 years. We specialise in high-quality disability services that empower people to live the life they choose. As a registered NDIS provider, we deliver individualised support across the Northern Territory, with a focus on respectful, person-centred relationships that promote choice, dignity, and independence.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced HR professional to join our team in Darwin as Human Resources Coordinator.

Working closely with the Manager, Human Resources, you’ll support leaders across our workforce of approximately 500 employees, providing advice on employee relations, performance and other employment matters. You’ll also take responsibility for key HR processes including employee compliance.

This is an opportunity to use your HR expertise in a role where good people practices directly support the quality of services we provide to Territorians.

What you’ll do

As our Human Resources Coordinator, you’ll:

Provide practical HR advice and support to leaders on employee relations, performance management and other workplace matters

Support HR case management, including investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes

Manage employee compliance processes, including regular audits, monitoring and follow-up of outstanding requirements

Coordinate workers compensation and injury management, including claims management and return-to-work planning

Build leader capability through coaching and guidance on employment legislation, organisational policies and contemporary people management practices

Coordinate Somerville’s performance review process and support employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives

Contribute to HR policy development, reporting and continuous improvement of HR processes and practices

What you’ll bring

You’ll be a capable and approachable HR practitioner who uses sound judgement, takes ownership and follows things through. You’ll be comfortable navigating sensitive or challenging situations and working collaboratively with people across the organisation.

To be successful in this role, you’ll have:

Demonstrated HR experience across employee relations, compliance and people management practices

Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, Awards and contemporary HR practices, with the ability to apply these in a practical workplace setting

Experience in HR case management, including investigations, grievances, performance management and disciplinary processes

Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the confidence to provide guidance and support to leaders

Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

Discretion, integrity and attention to detail when handling sensitive and confidential information

Confidence using HR systems and Microsoft 365

A qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline will be highly regarded, along with experience in disability, community services or the not-for-profit sector.

Please refer to the full position description for a complete list of essential and desirable criteria: https://somerville.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Human-Resources-Coordinator_PD.pdf

Why work with us

At Somerville, you’ll join a collaborative team where you can contribute your experience and ideas, continue developing your HR capability and play an active role in improving how we support our people and leaders. You’ll work in a team that values practical solutions, continuous improvement and working together to get the best outcomes.

You’ll also enjoy:

Not-for-profit salary packaging to increase your take-home pay

Five weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

A genuine focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and work-life balance

Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

How to apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the requirements of the role.

If you have any questions or require adjustments to participate in the application process, please contact us at ••••@somerville.org.au or call 08 •••• •100.

Somerville is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities.

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as received, so early applications are encouraged. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.