The Team

Our people are our most valuable asset, and their health, wellbeing, and recovery are a priority. We recognise and value the contributions of every employee and are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes safe and sustainable return-to-work outcomes.

The Injury Management Unit plays a critical role in supporting employees and the Department by managing all workers' compensation claims, prioritising injured workers’ rehabilitation, health and wellbeing, and recovery with the goal of returning them to their pre-injury roles as soon as practicable.

About the Role

The Senior HR Consultant role provides high level consultancy services and advice involving injury management, including the investigation and management of complex workers compensation claims, and coordination of rehabilitation and return to work arrangements, to ensure delivery of effective people management services throughout the Department. The role also performs functions of a Return to Work Coordinator in accordance with legislative and departmental requirements as required.

We are offering

- Ongoing - ASAP start date
- Full-time work, 73.5 hours per fortnight
- Four (4) weeks accrued recreation leave + accrued sick/carers leave
- 3 Christmas stand-down days (in addition to 20 days annual leave, pro-rata)
- Workplace flexibility, talk to us about versatile start/end times
- To be part of a child-safe, values-based organisation

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Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

Essential

- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment

Desirable

- Membership of a relevant professional organisation.

- The completion of tertiary qualifications in human resources management or relevant field, or a significant background in human resources management.

- Injury Management Coordinator in accordance with the provisions of the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988.

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

How to apply

Applications should include:

- a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and




- a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
- a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
- The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on Sunday 16 August 2026.

More information

For further guidance please refer to our Information for Applicants (PDF).

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email ***********@decyp.tas.gov.au.

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Teresa Berry
Title: Manager Injury Management
Phone: (03) 6165 6***
Email: ************@decyp.tas.gov.au

About DECYP

Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.

We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.

📌 Senior HR Consultant Injury Management (Hobart)
🏢 Department for Education, Children and Young People TAS
📍 Hobart