Job Description

NHS have an opportunity for someone to join our team as a HR & Safety Administrator for 6 month fixed term contract.

Who We Are

NHS are a local, family-owned company, with a long history in the Newcastle and Hunter region. We have branches in Lambton, Cardiff and Beresfield, servicing tradies and serious renovators. We strive to be the region's best supplier of building materials. We offer great products and great service which reflect our core values of:

• We are safe
• We are dependable
• We are family
• We are the easiest part of the customers day

About The Role

We are seeking a hands‑on HR & Safety Administrator to support the consistent, accurate, and dependable delivery of HR and safety administration across the business.

Supporting the HR Manager and WHS Manager, this role plays a key part in ensuring HR and safety processes are efficient, compliant, and well coordinated, while contributing to a positive employee experience across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment administration including job ads, pre-screening, scheduling and candidate communication
• Support onboarding including contracts, documentation, and system setup
• Maintain HR systems and ensure employee records are accurate and up to date
• Prepare HR correspondence and templates to support lifecycle processes
• Coordinate contractor inductions and employee training requirements
• Maintain training records and compliance documentation
• Track and report on licences and training requirements for branches
• Assist with WHS documentation, committee minutes, and safety reporting
• Support health initiatives, uniform coordination, and general safety admin

About You

You are a reliable, practical team member who takes pride in accuracy, organisation, and contributing to a safe, efficient, and positive team environment.

You will bring:

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy when managing employee records and documentation
• Confidence using computer systems including HR and safety systems to maintain data and reporting
• A commitment to workplace safety and following safe work practices
• Experience in administration, HR coordination, or safety support (desirable)
• Experience maintaining records, documentation, or compliance processes
• Experience in Employment Hero (desirable)

Employee Benefits

• Your birthday off every year as our gift to you
• Annual health & wellbeing support, including a wellness rebate and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Reward and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services through our partners and associations
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities
• Regular staff social events and workplace giving opportunities

NHS respectfully advises that all roles are subject to ongoing random Drug and Alcohol testing. Pre-employment checks including a pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening, reference checks and background check will form a part of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

You can hit the apply button on this ad. Alternatively, if you would like to know more about us, check out our Careers Page and apply on our website at https://www.nhs.trade/careers.