Senior HR Officer – Help Shape the Future of a Dynamic Rural Community
- Permanent Full-Time
- 9-Day Fortnight
- Subsidised Accommodation/Relocation
Why You’ll Love It Here
Escape the hustle and bustle and join a community-focused council in the heart of North West Queensland. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, this region offers an unbeatable work-life balance. Spend your free time swimming, fishing, and camping, while still enjoying the amenities of a vibrant regional center, including schools, sports clubs, and wide-open spaces to explore.
Your Next Opportunity
As a Senior HR Officer you’ll be the go-to expert providing dedicated, end-to-end support to senior leaders and staff. You’ll play a crucial role in guiding the organisation through recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
In this role, you’ll have the chance to shape Council’s workforce strategies and make a real impact, ensuring high levels of staff engagement, professional development, and employee satisfaction. You’ll be a trusted advisor for everything HR-related.
What You Bring to the Role
Essential:
- Proven expertise across all areas of Human Resource Management, including recruitment, performance management, and industrial relations.
- Strong knowledge of relevant HR legislation, awards, agreements, and policies.
- Ability to research, analyse, and provide strategic HR recommendations.
Desirable:
- A tertiary qualification in Human Resources (or equivalent), while not essential, will be highly regarded.
- Experience in HR within a large or complex organisation, especially local government, is an advantage.
Why Join?
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9-day fortnight.
- Competitive Package: Attractive salary with subsidised accommodation.
- Lifestyle Benefits: Live and work in a stunning region offering the ultimate rural experience with all the benefits of a thriving regional hub.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about making a difference and contributing to the success of a vibrant community, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now by submitting your resume in Word format via the ‘Apply’ button below. For a confidential discussion or a copy of the position description, contact Sandy Evans in Cairns on (07) 4034 5000.
About Precruitment
With offices in Cairns and Townsville, Precruitment is the leading recruitment consultancy for North Queensland. We specialise in placing top talent in administration and professional roles, partnering with businesses, government agencies, and local councils to build successful teams throughout the region.
