People & Culture Advisor

Job No: CCW627
Location: Wollongong

About the role

We are seeking a People & Culture Advisor to provide high-quality, responsive HR support across the employee lifecycle, contributing to a positive and consistent employee experience.

Working closely with the People & Culture team, you will support operational HR processes and provide timely, accurate advice to employees and leaders across a diverse organisation with multiple service streams and teams (including Aged Care Services and Early Childhood Education and Care).

Key responsibilities

  • Provide end‑to‑end HR operational support across the employee lifecycle
  • Support recruitment processes, including job ads, pre‑employment checks and onboarding
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
  • Prepare contracts, variations and employment documentation
  • Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and P&C projects

About you

You are a proactive and organised HR professional who enjoys working in a collaborative team and supporting leaders and employees with clear, practical advice. You bring a high level of professionalism, discretion, and customer service, and take pride in producing accurate work.

You will bring:

  • 2–3 years’ experience in an HR operations or advisory role
  • Strong organisation skills and ability to manage competing priorities
  • Excellent customer service and attention to detail
  • A tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline.

What we offer

In addition to being part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference in people’s lives, you will also enjoy:

  • Part‑time hours (24–32 hours per week)
  • Hybrid work options
  • $81,905 to $90,402 annual base salary depending on your experience (pro-rata)
  • Up to $18,550 tax‑free salary packaging
  • 15 days paid personal leave each year
  • 3 days additional leave at Christmas
  • Fitness Passport and EAP.  

About us

CatholicCare is a local not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting people in need, regardless of background or circumstances. Our vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where the dignity of every person is respected and valued.

We deliver services across the lifespan, including aged and disability care, early childhood education, foster care, counselling and family supports across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and Macarthur regions.

How to apply

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For further information contact: Steve Neilsen, Executive Manager People and Culture, email stevenn@catholiccare.dow.org.au

Close Date: 17 May 2026

Applications are reviewed as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We look forward to hearing from you!

We value diversity and inclusion. CatholicCare Wollongong welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to child safety and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. All roles require probity and pre-employment checks. 

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About us - We care

CatholicCare is a local not-for-profit organisation committed to helping those in need regardless of religious beliefs, background or circumstances. Our Vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where human dignity of all is respected and valued.

We provide services that support people across all stages of life: Early Childhood Education, Out of School Hours Care, Community Age and Disability Care, Foster Care, School Counselling and Parenting Courses across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and the Macarthur regions. We are proud to offer genuine career pathway opportunities to our employees so they can continue to work with us even if they chose to pursue a different profession within the sector.