Senior Recruitment & People Officer

Senior Recruitment & People Officer

Contract Type:

Casual

Location:

Katherine - NT

Industry:

HR & Recruitment

Contact Name:

Kerrin Muller

Contact Email:


Contact Phone:

Date Published:

27-Sep-2026

NOW HIRING - RECRUITMENT & PEOPLE ROLES | KATHERINE

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
2. Senior Recruitment & People Coordinator Maternity Contract | Immediate Start

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
Why Apply?
  • 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
If you're an experienced Recruitment Officer, Senior Recruiter, HR Coordinator or People & Culture professional and are available to start immediately, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Foundation Labour Hire for a confidential discussion.
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