The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

People Onboarding Advisor – People, Culture & Communications

Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Full Time Fixed term position – 12 months
• Make a meaningful impact from day one, supporting new starters as they begin their journey at RMH
• Shape the experience of every new employee joining one of Victoria's largest and most respected public health services

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Victoria's leading public health services, renowned for excellence, innovation and compassionate care. We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented People Onboarding Advisor to join our People Services team within People, Culture & Communications.

This role sits at the heart of the new employee experience, responsible for managing the end-to-end pre-employment lifecycle for all new starters and unpaid appointments across the organisation. Working in partnership with HR Advisors, Employee Services and our Immigration team, you will coordinate onboarding activities, manage compliance checks, prepare employment contracts and ensure all processes align with healthcare regulations, workforce standards and organisational requirements. You will thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and take pride in delivering a smooth, professional and welcoming experience for every new employee joining RMH.

About you

• High attention to detail with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Demonstrated experience working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Familiarity with recruitment and compliance systems including Vevo, Fit2Work, AHPRA, NDIS and WWCC
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS SuccessFactors
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, service-oriented approach
• Valid Working with Children Check (employee check)
• Commitment to The Melbourne Way – people first, leading with kindness, excellence together

Desirable

• Prior experience in recruitment, HR, compliance coordination or contracts administration, preferably in healthcare
• Knowledge of legislative requirements surrounding employment screening and onboarding
• Experience supporting graduate programs or large-scale recruitment campaigns

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Flexible working arrangements, including work from home and our Elizabeth Street office
• Salary packaging options – increase your take-home pay by up to $12,000
• 5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADOs (full time employees)
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• A strong values-based culture: People First | Lead with Kindness | Excellence Together
• A workplace committed to our Speaking Up for Safety culture

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Interested? Click on the apply button! Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.   

For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.