Human Resources Officer - Tropical North Learning Academy - Smithfield State High School

Smithfield State High School 2159

Smithfield State High School is seeking a new Human Resources Officer to join our team. If you are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, be challenged and supported, and work within a welcoming and progressive school community, we would love to hear from you. This position is part of our Administration Team and works closely with the Business Manager and school leadership. Additional duties consistent with the classification and requirements of the role may be assigned as needed.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: AO4
• Workplace Location: Cairns region
• Job ad reference: QLD/FNR685068/26T
• Closing date: 24-Apr-2026
• Yearly salary: $90868 - $99582
• Fortnightly salary: $3483.00 - $3817.00
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: 8 Months unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Niamh Mayock
• Contact details: 07 4058 4333 Access the National Relay Service

About the school

Smithfield State High School is a high-performing, future-focused secondary school. We are proud to offer our staff an inspiring and supportive professional environment, with a strong commitment to student achievement, workforce wellbeing and community partnership. When you join Smithfield SHS, you become part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration and wellbeing. We value staff who are passionate, professional and solutions-focused.

About the School

This position supports the effective delivery of human resources services across the school, providing high-quality operational HR support to ensure staff are well supported and processes are efficient, compliant, and responsive. Working collaboratively with leadership and staff, the role contributes to workforce stability, effective organisational practices, and a positive staff experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, staff movements, and contracts
• Providing advice on employment conditions, leave, entitlements, and HR systems (e.g. MyHR, timesheets, claims)
• Managing teacher relief and staffing coverage to ensure continuity of teaching and learning
• Overseeing daily relief coordination and forward planning of workforce needs
• Supporting workplace health and safety administration, including incident reporting and compliance
• Maintaining accurate HR and WHS records in line with policies and legislation
• Assisting with workforce planning, recruitment, and induction
• Identifying and supporting improvements to HR and WHS systems and processes
• Working with staff and leadership to resolve HR and workforce matters
• Contributing to a positive, professional, and collaborative workplace culture

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• FNR685068_26T Role Description (PDF, 312KB) Role Description
• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB) Information Package for Applicants