People and Culture Officer

• Coordinate efficient, end‑to‑end recruitment, and onboarding of new employees across the organisation
• Join a close-knit and supportive team at a progressive lower north shore council
• Part-time, 12-month fixed term role (21 hours per week)
• Total package for 21 hrs/week $42,626 to $53,558 pa plus superannuation

Why Apply? 

Join us in creating a vibrant, progressive and sustainable community.  

We are an innovative and progressive lower north shore Council with a rich history dating back to the 1890s and many heritage-listed sites. With an abundance of amenities and attractions, this area has something to offer everyone.   

We are a smaller Council, offering diverse and rewarding work. As a People and Culture Officer you will be part of a small but ambitious Council, supporting our greatest asset- our staff.  

This role offers the opportunity to apply your recruitment, selection, and onboarding expertise to coordinate end-to-end recruitment and support hiring managers throughout the process.

Mosman Council have a close-knit culture, with networking encouraged to support all teams.  

Why You’ll Like Working Here  

At Mosman Council, we are committed to our community and its environment and provide our employees with the same level of commitment and care. 

As a member of a close-knit team you will experience a connected and supportive environment.  

The team you will join is welcoming and knowledgeable and ready to collaborate to continually improve our systems and processes.  

We are proud to be recognised as a leading employer, having recently won the Xref 2025 Best Workplace Award and the Xref 2025 Change Champion Award, which celebrate excellence in people management and positive workplace transformation.

We offer diverse and rewarding work, ongoing training and development opportunities, health and fitness subsidy, tertiary study assistance program, access to fitness passport offering discounted gym memberships, and genuine work-life balance. Additionally, our staff have the opportunity to deliver on initiatives that have a tangible impact on the daily lives of residents. 

We invite you to learn more about what Mosman Council has to offer. View the full list here. 

What You’ll Be Working On 

You’ll play a key role in coordinating smooth end-to-end recruitment and onboarding of new employees. You’ll be working closely with hiring managers and assist with requisition process, drafting and posting advertisements, coordinating interviews, pre-employment checks, and appointment documentation.

You’ll be trusted with owning onboarding and offboarding processes and their timely completions.

You will ensure accurate and compliant employment records and systems.

Additionally, you will assist with other employee life-cycle areas, such as learning and development, People and Culture projects, initiatives and events.

What You’ll Bring to the Role 

You hold tertiary qualifications in human resources, industrial relations or a related discipline, supported by 1–2 years’ experience in a similar role.

You’re known for your strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, accountability, and commitment to handling sensitive information with care and confidentiality.

You are approachable, tech savvy, and comfortable learning new systems and processes.

How to Apply 

• Apply now by completing the online application form below. You can save your application and come back to it later. 
• Please answer all required questions and demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. 
• Upload your Resume/CV and any relevant documentation (Word, PDF or JPEG format only)
• For further information about the role, please contact Veronika Matino Vesela on 9978 4194 during business hours for a confidential discussion or see the attached Position Description. 

Applications close:    11.59pm, 4 February 2026
 

Mosman Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. 

Mosman Council is committed to creating safer communities for children and young people