Immediate Start | Regional Council | Contract Opportunities
We are currently seeking two experienced Recruitment & People professionals to join a local regional council in Katherine . These are excellent opportunities for recruitment professionals looking for a contract role where you can make an immediate impact and work closely with a local government team.
1. Recruitment Officer 3-6 Month Temporary Assignment
We are looking for a capable Recruitment Officer to provide hands-on recruitment support across the organisation.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end recruitment processes
- Coordinate job advertising and candidate sourcing
- Screen and shortlist candidates
- Coordinate interviews and selection panels
- Prepare employment contracts and recruitment documentation
- Manage onboarding and pre-employment checks
- Provide recruitment administration and support to hiring managers
- Maintain accurate recruitment records and systems
This is a broader role suited to an experienced recruitment or HR professional who can take ownership of recruitment and people-related activities across the council.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end recruitment across multiple departments
- Partner with managers on workforce and recruitment requirements
- Coordinate selection panels, interviews and appointments
- Manage employment contracts and onboarding
- Support HR and people-related administration
- Provide advice and support to managers throughout the recruitment process
- Maintain accurate employee and recruitment records
- Assist with broader People & Culture initiatives as required
We are interested in candidates with:
- Previous recruitment, HR or People & Culture experience
- Strong end-to-end recruitment capability
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong organisation and administration skills
- The ability to manage multiple vacancies and competing priorities
- Experience working within local government, government or a complex organisation is highly regarded
- A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to hit the ground running
- Immediate start
- Work with a local regional council
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact
- Strong contract opportunities with potential for extension
- Katherine-based position
- Accommodation/travel arrangements may be discussed for the right candidate
Apply now or contact Foundation Labour Hire for a confidential discussion.


