Senior Human Resources Advisor Shape careers, build culture, and drive success $103,761 - $114,816 per annum plus superannuation Access to flexible working arrangements Internally known as Senior People and Values Advisor.
Our Values Courage Commitment Integrity Respect Trust Unity About Us At Narrabri Shire Council, we are guided by our values and powered by our people.
We are passionate about having a workplace that encourages fresh ideas, diverse perspectives and dedicated to empowering those around us.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior People and Values Advisor to lead our team of professionals.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a people-focused HR professional who thrives on building strong relationships, driving organisational success, and supporting our employees to reach their full potential.
About the Role As our Senior People and Values Advisor, you will be a trusted partner to managers and employees across Council.
You will turn complex workplace requirements into practical, fair and workable outcomes while helping us strengthen leadership capability, organisational culture and the overall employee experience.
As our Senior Advisor, you will: provide trusted advice on employee and industrial relations, performance, conduct and workplace change; guide investigations, grievances and disputes through to fair and transparent resolution; coach managers to confidently and consistently manage their people; lead and support members of the People and Values team; develop and implement contemporary policies,



procedures and people initiatives; oversee merit-based recruitment and competency assessment processes; contribute to consultation, organisational development, employee engagement and workforce capability; and identify opportunities to improve our systems and practices across the employee lifecycle.
You will work across a genuinely varied portfolio, with opportunities to contribute beyond day-to-day HR and make a visible impact across the organisation.
For further information please refer to the attached Position Description.
About You You are an experienced HR professional who is ready to step into a senior advisory and leadership role.
You combine sound technical knowledge with good judgement, empathy and the confidence to have constructive conversations when matters become complex.
Your expertise will assist in cultivating a workplace that embodies our corporate values, fostering an environment where trust and collaboration thrive.
You will bring: qualifications in human resources or a related field and/or substantial relevant experience; demonstrated experience across a broad range of human resource functions; sound knowledge of contemporary HR practices and principles; experience interpreting legislation,



industrial instruments and workplace policies; strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills; the ability to lead, coach and support others; excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities; and a current NSW Class C Driver Licence.
Experience in NSW local government will be highly regarded but is not essential.
If you have strong HR capability and genuinely enjoy helping people and organisations perform at their best, we would love to hear from you.
Enquiries regarding this position should be directed to Coral Thompson , Manager People and Values on **************.
How to Apply If you are ready to embark on this exciting journey with Narrabri Shire Council, apply now to become a crucial part of our dedicated team!
1. Click the 'Application Form Tab'
2. Complete all information as required
3. Attach your Resume, Cover Letter and Drivers Licence
4. Once completed click 'Submit' Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.
Closing date of applications This position closes at 5:00pm on Wednesday, 14 October ****.
Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.
Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit for our employees and community, and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive setting for all employees.
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📌 Senior Human Resources Advisor (New South Wales)
🏢 Narrabri Shire Council
📍 New South Wales