ARC Disability is a community-based organisation with a long history in the Cairns and Far North, supporting children and adults who have a disability, their families and support networks.
Role Summary
Full Time, 38hrs per Week
S.C.H.A.D.S. Industry Award – Level 3
Be part of a committed and supportive team of professionals
Inclusive workplace environment
Earlville office location with free onsite parking
Reporting to the HR Manager
If you're an experienced HR professional, or someone looking to further develop their career in Human Resources, and you value building positive workplace relationships and supporting employees to succeed, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
An understanding of, or passion for, the disability and community services sector would be highly regarded.
This diverse and rewarding role combines Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, and Rehabilitation and Return to Work responsibilities.
Working closely with the HR Manager, you will play an important role in supporting our people, strengthening workforce capability, and contributing to a positive and engaged workplace culture.
You will support a range of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, workforce planning initiatives, employee engagement activities, performance management support, and HR administration.
You will also coordinate workplace rehabilitation and return-to-work programs, ensuring employees receive appropriate support following workplace injuries and that legislative obligations are met.
At ARC, we do HR differently.
We believe in investing in our people, not just when challenges arise, but throughout their employment journey.
Our HR team is focused on building trust, offering practical support, and creating a workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to perform at their best.
This is the HR team you want to be part of.
We are proud of the culture we have built over the last 50 years and the positive impact we continue to have across our organisation and community.




This could be your opportunity to join our energetic and supportive team.
What's on offer?
Professional development opportunities
Salary sacrificing benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Free Employee Assistance Program
Access to the Fitness Passport Program
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful workforce initiatives
Remuneration in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award ****, aligned to experience and qualifications
Opportunity to undertake ethical, person-centred human resources practices in an organisation that genuinely invests in its people
Is this you?
The primary focus of this role is supporting workforce planning, employee engagement, and human resources initiatives that contribute to organisational growth, workforce sustainability, and positive employee experiences.
You will assist with workforce research, labour market analysis, workforce planning activities, skills gap identification, supported employment opportunities, student placements, and employee engagement programs.
You will also support recruitment, onboarding, performance management processes, policy implementation, and general HR operations.
An important component of the role involves coordinating rehabilitation and return-to-work programs for employees following workplace injury.
You will work closely with employees, managers, medical practitioners, rehabilitation providers and insurers to facilitate positive rehabilitation outcomes while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Demonstrate




Previous experience in Human Resources, Recruitment, Workforce Planning, Rehabilitation, Return to Work or a related field
Knowledge of Fair Work, National Employment Standards, Industrial Relations and Award interpretation
Understanding of workers' compensation, injury management and rehabilitation processes
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
Experience handling sensitive and confidential employee information
Knowledge of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, workforce development, training and performance management
Strong organisational, administrative and reporting skills
High level of integrity, professionalism and discretion
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Commitment to continuous improvement and positive workplace culture
Mandatory Requirements
Working with Children Card (Blue Card) or Exemption
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card) or Exemption
Right to Work in Australia
Current Queensland Driver Licence
Registered motor vehicle with comprehensive insurance
Prepared to undertake pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
Prepared to sign and abide by the Organisational Code of Conduct
Commitment to the Vision and Values of ARC Disability Services
RRTW Accreditation or equivalent injury management qualification (or willingness to obtain)
Highly Regarded
Experience within the disability, community services, health or not-for-profit sector
Experience coordinating rehabilitation and return-to-work programs
First Aid and CPR Certification
Experience interpreting the SCHADS Award
Join an organisation where people matter, culture matters, and the work you do makes a genuine difference every day.
480 Mulgrave Road, Earlville,****.
Applications close 21/08/2026 at 10:00am, or sooner if successfully filled, with a view for the position to start as soon as possible.
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📌 Hr Officer - Engagement & Generalist (Queensland)
🏢 Arc Disability Services
📍 Queensland