Vacancy Details

Coordinator Human Resources & Payroll (3690) Temporary Full-Time 

Local Government | Office of the CEO Portfolio 

Lead with Expertise. Support with Compassion. Deliver with Impact 

About Us

The Livingstone Shire sits nestled along the beautiful Capricorn Coast and covers approximately 11,776 square kilometres, with a population of almost 41,000 residents.  Livingstone Shire Council was created in 2013 and employs approximately 400 people.

Livingstone and the Capricorn Coast is a relaxed coastal environment in which connecting with family, friends and the community is a high priority. The area has an abundance of natural features including countless beaches with sheltered swimming, picturesque national parks, pristine rainforests and idyllic offshore islands, making it an ideal place to live. Our beaches, bushes and tropical rainforests are second to none and have been specifically preserved, designed and transformed to show the unique, untouched charm of Livingstone.

Livingstone Shire Council promotes a positive culture in the workplace with all staff demonstrating high standards of Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential and Positivity. These values and behaviours set the standard for Council and are embodied throughout the organisation.

The Role:

Are you a seasoned HR and Payroll professional ready to hit the ground running? Our People and Culture team is seeking to appoint an experienced Coordinator Human Resources and Payroll for a 6 month contract.  As the Coordinator,  you will make immediate impact in a respected local government organisation and will collaborate with professionals across the organisation.  

You will provide strategic and operational leadership across human resources and payroll functions and work closely with the Chief Human Resources Officer and lead a dedicated team, ensuring best-practice service delivery, compliance, and employee experience.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution across the organisation, supporting employees, managers, and executive leaders.

This temporary full-time role offers the right candidate a fantastic opportunity to contribute to local government. 

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide expert guidance and support to HR and Payroll staff.
  • Advise Managers and General Managers on HR strategy, compliance, and workforce matters.
  • Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, performance, and payroll processes.
  • Lead grievance resolution and workplace investigations with professionalism and empathy.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, awards, and Council agreements.
  • Drive continuous improvement in HR and payroll systems, policies, and procedures.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Extensive experience in HR and payroll coordination, ideally in a complex or government setting.
  • High-level interpersonal and leadership skills with a compassionate approach.
  • Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial relations, and payroll systems.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (Human Resources, Business Management, or similar) and/or equivalent demonstrated experience in a dedicated human resources role.  
  • Substantial experience in human resource management and/or payroll management.
  • Must possess and maintain a current motor vehicle drivers licence.

Benefits:

  • Total Remuneration Package Circa $154,000 including superannuation - plus knowing your experience makes a real impact across Council!
  • Short Term Contract – exact dates negotiable
  • Fortnightly RDOs - because balance matters and we value work/life balance
  • A values-driven culture - where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are more than just words—they’re how we work, every day.

 

Submit your application today. Please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume, qualifications/ licences.

 

Applications close Monday, 21 July 2025 at midnight (AEST).

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.