This role supports the Director, Workplace Relations in the provision of expert workplace and industrial relations services across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for severalPrincipal Workplace Relations Advisorsto joinGold Coast Health(GCH) where the focus of our ******-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Supervise a team of Workplace Relations Advisors, assisting them in the development of professional and expert specialist industrial relations and human resource knowledge
Case-manage complex HR management concerns, facilitating any required research, liaising with key stakeholders
Provide expert advice and recommendations on appropriate management and resolution of complex employment matters
Build and sustain partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders (including unions), to facilitate working relationships which improve HR outcomes
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations or Employment Law would be well regarded.
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Up-to-date Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
*****% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time (two positions)
Base salary ranging from $******* - $******* per annum
About Us
Forming part of People and Operations, Human Resource Services provides advice, support and resources to the Health Service workforce in relation to a broad range of human resource functions.




This human resource management support includes: recruitment, training, learning and development, policy and procedure development, work health and safety, statutory compliance, liaison with external agencies and forums (including the Public Service Commission, Queensland Industrial Relations Commission, Queensland Police Service, Crime and Corruption Commission, and Office of the Health Ombudsman), workplace relations, and portfolio-based Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs).
Workplace Relations works closely with HRBPs and the Work Health and Safety team (particularly in relation to long-term injured or ill employees), as well as divisional and line leaders and managers to facilitate the resolution of workplace relations issues through the provision of expert advice and guidance.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than **** beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application byMonday, 27 July ****
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment.
Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference:GC******
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

📌 Principal Workplace Relations Advisor (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Gold Coast