Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $74,000 - $82,500
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Human resources
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 6731
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated to excellence across all spheres of clinical care, research and education. We are home to the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year. Welcoming staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences is integral to fostering innovation and compassion, and delivering the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
People and Culture Helpdesk
• Full-time, Fixed Term position (until 31 Dec 2026 with possibility of extension)
• 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO's
• HS3 equivalent: $74,448.40 to $82,305.60 p.a AUD
About the team
Our People and Culture team is dedicated to supporting staff and leaders across the organisation by providing expert advice, guidance, and services that foster a positive and inclusive workplace.
About the role
The People and Culture Helpdesk is the first point of contact for our department. The role provides a high-level service to all internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that all queries are actioned in line with departmental processes and procedures within a timely and professional manner. The role is also responsible for providing administrative support and assistance to the Director People and Culture, Director Employee Experience and Director Health, Safety and Wellbeing as well as high-level administrative support to the wider People and Culture team.
About you
You are a proactive and approachable professional with strong communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
You’ll bring with you:
• Knowledge of HR processes and systems
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in a similar HR support or helpdesk role (desirable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, monthly ADOs and purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check, and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, influenza, and a range of other diseases.
Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Yon Sathicq on 03 8559 8746 or [email protected]
Application closing date: 11:59PM, Sunday 01 February 2026
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.