Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Directorate: Corporate Services
Remuneration: Stream A, Level 5-7: $97, $118,511.00 per annum + superannuation
As a Human Resources Advisor, you will provide high-quality advice, coaching and support to leaders and employees across a broad range of strategic and operational HR matters. Working collaboratively within the Human Resources team, you will help ensure HR services are delivered consistently, accurately and in a timely manner, while supporting leaders to build capable, engaged and high-performing teams.
This role is ideal for a pragmatic HR professional who enjoys working in a complex and evolving environment, values strong relationships, and is committed to delivering professional, customer-focused HR services aligned with organisational values and legislative requirements.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
* Minimum of Queensland C class provisional driver's licence.
* Ability to interpret and apply employment legislation, awards and agreements accurately or ability to identify relevant legislation.
* Strong written and verbal communication with the ability to coach and build relationships.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels and influence people management decisions
LEVEL 5
Mandatory:
* Demonstrated experience in a human resources support or generalist role.
* Knowledge of employment and industrial relations legislation, local government legislation, and awards.
* Ability to assist with workplace investigations under guidance.
* Strong customer service skills, including the ability to build positive relationships.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing documents and responding to queries.
* Ability to communicate effectively in routine situations requiring tact and professionalism.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
LEVEL 6
Mandatory:
* Substantial experience in a human resources generalist role, including advisory responsibilities.
* Comprehensive knowledge of employment and industrial relations legislation, local government legislation, and awards.
* Experience in conducting workplace investigations of low to moderate complexity.
* Strong customer service and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence outcomes.
* High-level written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information to groups.
* Proven ability to communicate effectively in situations requiring assertiveness and diplomacy.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including unions.
LEVEL 7
Mandatory:
* Considerable demonstrated experience in a similar human resources generalist or industrial relations focused role.
* Demonstrated knowledge of current employment and industrial relations legislation, local government legislation and awards.
* Demonstrated experience in undertaking workplace investigations.
* Excellent customer service skills, including advocacy and negotiation skills.
* High level of written and verbal communication skills, including presenting information in a group setting.
* Proven ability to communicate effectively in situations requiring assertiveness, influencing and tact.
* Intermediate Microsoft office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
* Experience working collaboratively with external stakeholders including unions.
If this sounds like you, apply now
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
BELOW BENEFITS ARE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES.
Benefits Include:
* A generous superannuation scheme
* 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Fortnightly RDO's
* Annual uniform allocation
* Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
* Wages paid fortnightly
* Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
1. A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
2. Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
3. A one-page response to the Key Selection Criteria in the position description
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
* Right to Work in Australia
* Criminal History Check
* Medical Assessment
* Reference and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 12th January 2026 at 12noon.