Job summary

The role of a Group HR Officer is multifaceted, covering recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compliance with laws, payroll administration, policy development, organizational support, and fostering employee engagement. These duties collectively contribute to creating a productive workplace where employees feel valued and supported.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the overall HR business function across the Parnell Group, ensuring timely, quality support is always provided when required by management and all staff.
• Oversee / administer payroll processing, ensuring employees salaries are processed accurately and on time.
• Ensure the timely processing of statutory superannuation contributions and salary and wages tax
• Attend to and resolve all payroll related queries and concerns
• Drive awareness on the HR function and its policies and devise FAQs that address issues and concerns raised by staff
• Create/develop relevant HR policies related to payroll processing, recruitment, health and safety, disciplinary procedures and attendance & punctuality.
• Oversee the entire recruitment process across the business, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance with PNG laws and regulations
• Facilitate the onboarding process for all new hires, including staff orientation and training.
• Manage employee relations including handling disputes among employees, disciplinary issues and performance management.
• In collaboration with management, align HR strategies with business goals and provide advice on workforce planning and talent management.

Personal Qualities:

• High levels of integrity and personal ethics.
• Excellent organisation and time management approach with ability to work well under pressure.
• High attention to detail and outcome orientation.
• Builds rapport and engenders trust.

Key requirements

• Diploma in HR, Business or equivalent
• 3 – 5 years experience in a similar role with a strong background in payroll processing
• Working knowledge of statutory laws (labour and employment, taxation, superannuation, worker’s compensation, and other related laws)
• Must have adequate proficiency in MS Office and spreadsheets

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV to email [email protected] with heading ”GROUP HR OFFICER”. Application closes Friday, 24th April 2026 at 5pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.