PNG Air, renowned for its extensive network covering over 26 destinations throughout Papua New Guinea, operates the largest fleet of ATR 72-600 series aircraft in the region, alongside a fleet of DASH-8 airplanes. As the Airline of Choice, we're committed to delivering a world-class experience with competitive fares, unparalleled cargo rates, and a focus on safety and on-time performance for our valued customers and stakeholders.

HUMAN RESOURCE COORDINATOR

We are pleased to announce an open vacancy now exists in our Human Resources Department for a qualified and experienced Human Resource Coordinator.

Based in Port Moresby this position will report to the Head of Recruitment. They will assist in facilitating and coordinating all HR functions and activities for the Company, liaising with Divisional Heads & working alongside the respective Department and Sectional Management teams under the guidance and leadership of the Group HR Manager and the Head of Recruitment.

The HR Coordinator will be responsible for the following key responsibilities:

• Assisting respective Divisions with all Manpower and planning functions and activities.
• Assisting Divisions with staff management and appraisal processes
• Responding to all internal and external HR related queries from staff and departments
• Coordinating recruitment and related activities of the Division. Staff induction programs, ID and ASIC applications.
• Creating and updating all information and data of all personnel both manually and online filing
• Support the Hiring/Recruitment process by performing background checks, contacting applicant, arranging interviews and issuing employment contracts
• Perform orientations, onboarding and update records with new hires
• Assisting Operations Managers with business cases and justifications for new roles and positions
• Take the lead on staff entry and exit processes
• Provide management with staff turn-over rates to future resource and training plans
• Compile and verify fortnightly timesheets for operations staff
• Coordinating and facilitating all disciplinary cases in consultation with respective Divisional heads
• Maintaining appropriate systems and databases to produce various reports as required.
• Travel to outports as required to conduct interviews, investigations, disciplinary action or terminations
• Taking on appropriate projects as required and as approved by the CEO and in consultation with Group HR Manager
• Ensure systems are updated with staff records for the respective Divisions
• Document policy and procedures pertaining to HR Processes
• Performing other duties as required and approved by the CEO and in consultation with the Group HR Manager

To be considered, you must have the relevant qualifications with previous experience in a similar role including having the following key attributes:

• Must have a Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or a business related field
• Have strong people skills and can deal with difficult people and or frustrated staff
• Be able to plan and prioritise tasks in order to meet deliverables
• Be approachable and have the empathy to hear staff queries
• Have a sense of urgency in attending to all tasks with minimal turnaround times
• Can communicate effectively with all levels of people from all backgrounds
• Fluent in Tok Pisin
• Strong MS skills mainly in Excel
• Have 2-4 years in a similar role and with some aviation experience would be an advantage

If you feel you meet our requirements and are interested, we would like to hear from you. Send your application in only one PDF file to:

[email protected]

Applications close: Friday 11^th July 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

We are an equal opportunity employer