People & Culture Officer (Talent Acquisition)

Take pride in getting the details right and solving problems before they arise?
Bring your recruitment administration skills to SA Power Networks and support the team helping power homes, businesses and communities across South Australia – today and into the future.

About the role
We’re seeking a People & Culture Officer on an initial fixed-term contract to provide accurate, responsive administration and coordination support to our Talent Acquisition team.

You’ll support recruitment campaigns, including supplementary labour recruitment and administration, prepare recruitment and employment documentation, maintain accurate records and respond to enquiries. Working with the Talent team and stakeholders, you’ll help keep recruitment on track and deliver a well-organised experience for candidates, hiring managers and employees.

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, you’ll also process internal movements and invoices, support new hire mobilisation, and assist with employee lifecycle administration and Talent team projects. You’ll take ownership, spot potential issues early and find practical ways to improve how work gets done.

Culture & benefits
At SA Power Networks, you’ll be part of a team where our values shape how we work every day.

We keep everyone safe, collaborate with purpose, take the initiative, and rise to the challenge to deliver for our people, customers and communities.

We offer an environment that values safety above all, encourages new ideas, and supports you to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to South Australia.

You will also enjoy:

• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
• 13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions)
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year
• 17.5% leave loading payable on annual leave
• Income Protection Coverage
• Primary Parental Leave (18 weeks) and Secondary Parental Leave (5 weeks)
• Corporate discounts on health insurance and gym memberships
• 1 paid day of volunteering leave

About you
To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

Essential:

• Strong administration and coordination skills, with experience delivering accurate, responsive support in a customer-focused environment.
• Demonstrated recruitment administration or coordination experience is essential, including understanding recruitment processes, supporting candidates and hiring managers, maintaining records and preparing recruitment and employment documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a commitment to checking information and delivering accurate, high-quality work.
• A proactive, practical approach to problem-solving – thinking beyond the usual approach, identifying potential issues early and taking action before they become problems.
• Strong customer service, communication and organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks, follow through and keep stakeholders informed.
• The ability to handle sensitive candidate, employee and organisational information with confidentiality and discretion.

Desirable:

• Experience using SuccessFactors, SAP, Adobe Sign or a recruitment applicant tracking system.

About us
SA Power Networks plays a vital role in South Australia, connecting homes, businesses and communities to a safe, reliable and efficient electricity network.

We’re proud to be leading the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, working closely with communities across the state to achieve meaningful change.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With a collaborative culture, strong development pathways and a commitment to innovation, you’ll be supported to grow your career while making a real impact, connecting South Australians to a better energy future, today.

Want to know more?
For more information about the role, contact Gareth Baldwin, Talent Acquisition Manager, at Gareth.baldwin@sapowernetworks.com.au.

How to apply
If you bring recruitment experience, strong administration skills, an eye for detail and a proactive approach, we’d like to hear from you. Select “Apply Now” to submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and recent achievements.

Applications close 4th of November 2026
 
Diversity & inclusion

SA Power Networks is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all genders, ages, ethnicities and sexual orientations, and from people with disability.

We want everyone to have an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. If you require reasonable adjustments, an application form in an alternative format or another accessible way to participate in the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@sapowernetworks.com.au

For more information about SA Power Networks visit www.sapowernetworks.com.au