Permanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week $118,666.78 to $125,907.88 Annually + 13% super RCC Officers' Level 7 Redland City Council offers you the chance to improve lives and shape your own career… on beautiful Redlands Coast. Redlands is proud to rank among Queensland’s Top 5 local government areas for wellbeing in the SGS Cities and Regions Wellbeing Index - confirming our community as a great place to live, work, and grow. Join our team as a Senior Adviser Organisational Development Are you passionate about shaping organisational culture and driving meaningful change?

As the Senior Adviser Organisational Development, you will play a key role in designing and delivering strategic organisational development initiatives that strengthen Council's capability, performance, and culture. Working closely with leaders across the organisation, you will provide expert advice and contemporary organisational development solutions that align with corporate priorities, support workforce capability, and foster a high-performing, values-driven workplace.

Your responsibilities will include: Designing and delivering organisational development initiatives that build workforce capability and support Council's People Strategy.

Partnering with leaders and stakeholders to strengthen leadership, talent management, performance, culture and employee engagement.

Leading key people initiatives including diversity and inclusion activities, and employee engagement initiatives.

Providing expert advice and coaching to leaders to enhance people capability, workforce performance and organisational effectiveness.

Leading cross-functional projects and driving the successful delivery of organisational development and change initiatives.

Monitoring, analysing and reporting on outcomes to inform continuous improvement and support strategic decision-making.

Skills and experience: Experience designing and implementing organisational development programs, initiatives and projects within a medium to large organisation.

Demonstrated success in delivering, monitoring and evaluating initiatives that improve organisational capability, performance and continuous improvement outcomes.

Well-developed communication, consultation and report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.

Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to drive innovation and embed positive change.

Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships across diverse stakeholder groups to achieve organisational objectives.





Knowledge of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, relevant legislation, industrial instruments, policies and procedures applicable to human resources and organisational development. Make sure to read the full Position Description before applying - it outlines everything you need to tailor your resume and cover letter.

Why this role stands out: Make a real organisational impact by leading strategic organisational development initiatives that shape culture, build capability and support Council's long-term success.

Partner with leaders across the organisation to influence workforce strategy, drive meaningful change and deliver initiatives that enhance employee engagement and performance.

Enjoy a varied and rewarding portfolio spanning employee engagement, diversity and inclusion and organisational effectiveness. Working for us means enjoying diverse work and gaining opportunities to grow in a region of outstanding natural beauty - Redlands Coast. In return for your passion and commitment to making a meaningful and ongoing contribution to our naturally wonderful community, we offer great benefits and the balance you need to bring the best you.

More reasons to love working with us: Professional development – job-specific training, study assistance, leadership and critical skills programs, plus access to an extensive range of online courses through LinkedIn Learning. We invest in your growth from day one.

Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave with leave loading, 15 days personal/carer’s leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and additional versatile leave options to support your lifestyle.

Rewarding role-specific allowances recognising the responsibilities, skill, and impact of your position.

Mental health and wellbeing support – access to EAP, external providers, training, and awareness programs to foster openness and reduce stigma.

Exclusive employee lifestyle perks – discounts, cashback, health benefits, and savings on essentials, travel, tech, dining, and car ownership through novated leasing, plus employee banking benefits.

Flexible working options – access RedFlex, offering flexibility in how, when,



and where you work.

Optional purchased leave available after probation.

Incentives for returning from parental leave including credited leave and superannuation benefits. View more great employee benefits here.

Who we are: Redland City Council is a local government organisation proudly serving the Redlands Coast community. From maintaining roads, parks, waterways and islands, to delivering essential services like waste, water, libraries, and community events - we support the city’s day-to-day life and long-term growth. With over 1,200 employees across diverse teams, we’re committed to shaping a thriving, sustainable region that our community is proud of.

Guided by our Values, we’re proud of the work we do and the people who make it possible. Visit our careers page to learn more about the stories of our incredible team.

Eligibility: Tertiary qualifications in HR Management, Organisational Development, Organisational Psychology or a related field are desirable.

Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal history check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia. Ready to join us?

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Apply to submit your application via Council’s online portal (or through OURspace for current employees).

Please include: A one-page cover letter outlining how you meet the role requirements

Your current resume, detailing your skills, experience, and career history Note:

We do not accept email, hard copy or third-party applications.

You may choose to use AI tools when preparing your application, but please ensure your application truthfully reflects your own experience, achievements and alignment to the role. For more information about this position (200566), please contact Angela Milne on 0401 376 520. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m.

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Council, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to contribute to their full potential. We value the unique perspectives and experiences our people bring to serving our community. To support an inclusive recruitment experience, please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment or interview process by contacting [email protected]

📌 Senior Adviser Organisational Development (Brisbane)
🏢 Redland City Council
📍 Brisbane