This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026
Governor Stirling Senior High School (SHS) is seeking an enthusiastic and professional Human Resource Officer to join their friendly Corporate Services team.
Governor Stirling SHS, situated on the banks of the Swan River in Woodbridge, caters for students of varying abilities, and offers the Department of Education Gifted and Talented Academic Program, a range of academic and Vocational Education and Training programs and Approved Specialist Programs in Engineering, Arts Media and AFL. Governor Stirling SHS prepares students for life after high school with many options for academic and vocational pathways.
Find out more about our school by visiting govo.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The Human Resource Officer will provide advice and support in the coordination of human resource activities and operations. This will include managing job vacancies in Recruitment Advertising Management System (RAMS); coordinating leave and relief management for both teaching and non-teaching staff; coordinating the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) including for leave, payment and electronic advice processing; assisting in the implementation of staff induction; and provide human resource advice and information to staff.
The successful applicant will ideally have sound verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills, including the ability to undertake effective negotiations and build positive relationships with staff at all levels.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Leo Surjan, Principal, on (08) 6274 0300 or by emailing leo.surjan@education.wa.edu.au.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
- Demonstrated ability to provide effective support and input into the development, implementation and monitoring of human resource management systems and processes.
- Demonstrated sound written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with staff and work within a team environment.
- Demonstrated sound knowledge and skills in human resource management, including research, planning and recruitment practices.
- Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to implement appropriate strategies.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1044777
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday 15 June 2026.
