People & Culture Officer

Gilgandra Shire Council Full Time Permanent 23/10/2026

Got admin experience? We’ve got your HR opportunity. Gilgandra Shire Council is seeking a People & Culture Officer to join the Organisational Performance team!

  • Up to 35 hours a week, negotiated hours considered.

  • Weekly pay cycle

  • Salary range $38.52 - $46.22 per hour

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is responsible for supporting staff through the employee lifecycle in a way that creates a positive experience for prospective, new and existing employees. It carries out a range of human resource activities including administration, recruitment, HR systems and procedures, maintenance of employee records, advice and support, and learning and development.

ABOUT YOU

Council is looking for someone who has the following qualities, experience and/or qualifications:

  • Qualifications in human resources, business administration, or related discipline and/or relevant work experience

  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

  • Demonstrated ability to carry out multiple projects and achieve set goals within required timeframes

  • Sound working knowledge of the Microsoft office suite of products

  • Current Drivers Licence

BENEFITS

  • Weekly pay cycle

  • 12% employer contribution to superannuation

  • Annual leave with the ability to take at full pay, half pay, or double pay

  • Long Service after 5 years employment with a NSW Council

  • Subsidised corporate wardrobe

  • Ongoing learning and development

  • 10 days sick leave

  • MyLeave provisions 

  • Access to Health and Wellbeing initiatives

  • Opportunity to contribute and make a difference to our community!

ENQUIRIES

People & Culture Manager, Jenni Eason or the People & Culture Team on 02 6817 8800

HOW TO APPLY

Before submitting your application, please read the Position Description carefully to ensure you meet the eligibility and suitability requirements for the role.

When you click ‘Apply Now’, you will be asked to answer questions relating to the selection criteria. You will also be required to attach your current résumé, which must include contact details for two recent, employment-related referees. Please note that your application cannot be submitted without an attached résumé.

Council will only accept applications submitted online. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic email confirmation. All further correspondence will be sent to the email address provided in your application.

All applications must be received by the advertised closing date and time.

ABOUT GILGANDRA

Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.

Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.