Senior HR Advisor (IR/ER Focus)

• Case Management: Lead and manage complex ER matters including grievances disciplinary processes performance improvement and fitness-for-work cases
• Expert Advice: Provide high-level interpretation of Awards Certified Agreements and relevant legislation
• Strategic IR: Support the development and implementation of industrial relations strategies and contribute to enterprise bargaining preparation if required
• Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Union representatives and legal counsel to resolve disputes efficiently and fairly
• Coaching: Upskill line managers on best-practice people management to proactively mitigate industrial risks

• Proven Experience: strong track record in generalist HR or Senior Advisory roles, significant portion of recent experience dedicated to managing complex IR/ER matters
• Sector Background: prior experience within Public Sector/Government is highly beneficial, welcome high-caliber applicants from large complex private sector organisations or highly unionized environments
• Technical Knowledge: robust understanding of industrial instruments and employment law
• Communication: exceptional negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
• Analytical Mindset: ability to digest complex information and provide clear risk-based recommendations to senior executives
• 5 years experience
• Degree in Human Resource management
• Secondary School/High School

Prior experience within the Public Sector/Government

• Stability with Flexibility: long-term contract with genuine pathway to permanent career within public sector
• Impactful Work: manage high-stakes cases that directly influence departmental culture and operational success
• Hybrid Environment: mix of office-based collaboration and working-from-home arrangements
• Work life balance