Job Description

$102,469 - $112,351 a year

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Permanent

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Remote

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Hybrid

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A Regional Queensland Council is seeking an experienced Senior HR Advisor to provide practical, responsive support across its workforce.

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This six-month fixed-term contract can be undertaken remotely, although onsite participation in Central West Queensland is preferred where possible. Accommodation can be arranged for the successful candidate if working onsite.

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You will partner with leaders and employees to resolve workplace matters, strengthen HR practices and keep priority people initiatives moving.

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What's On Offer

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- Base salary of $102,468.60–$112,351.20 per annum, pro rata for the six-month term
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- Superannuation and relevant allowances
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- Remote working flexibility
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- Accommodation arranged where onsite attendance is agreed
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- Immediate commencement
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- Broad senior advisory exposure within a Regional Council
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About the Role

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Working closely with Council leaders, you will provide sound and timely advice across operational and strategic HR matters.

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- Provide practical advice on employee relations, performance and workplace matters
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- Support managers to interpret awards, legislation, policies and employment conditions
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- Manage workplace issues with professionalism, fairness and confidentiality
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- Assist with recruitment,



onboarding and workforce planning activities
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- Review and improve HR policies, procedures, templates and supporting resources
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- Guide leaders through performance development and employee support processes
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- Maintain accurate case records, correspondence and HR documentation
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- Identify people-related risks and recommend practical solutions
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- Contribute to priority HR projects throughout the contract period
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About You

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You will be a confident HR generalist who can quickly understand an organisation, build credibility and provide balanced advice.

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- Demonstrated experience in a senior HR advisory or comparable generalist role
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- Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation, awards and contemporary HR practice
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- Strong employee relations, case management and problem-solving capability
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- Ability to communicate complex employment matters in clear and practical terms
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- Confidence working independently while maintaining solid relationships remotelyWell-developed judgement, discretion and attention to detail
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- Availability to commence promptly and contribute for the full contract term
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- A relevant qualification in human resources, business or a related discipline will be highly regarded
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- Previous Local Government or public sector experience will be highly regarded
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