Principal Workforce Standards Advisor
- Provide expert advice on employee relations and workplace conduct.
- Lead research and analysis on workforce standards and HR trends.
- Coach leaders on managing complex people matters.
6-month contract in North-East Brisbane
Your new company
A leading emergency services organisation is seeking an experienced workforce relations professional to join a high-performing people and culture function for a 6-month contract. This is a unique opportunity to influence workplace conduct, performance management, employee relations, and governance practices across a large, geographically dispersed workforce.
Working closely with senior leaders and HR stakeholders, you will provide expert advice on complex employee matters, support leadership capability development, drive consistency in conduct management practices, and contribute to the development of frameworks, policies, and workforce standards initiatives.
Your new role
- Provide expert advice on employee relations, workplace conduct, and performance matters
- Lead research and analysis relating to workforce standards and emerging HR trends
- Support the development and continuous improvement of policies, frameworks, and governance processes
- Coach leaders on managing complex people matters and foster best-practice workforce management
- Prepare high-quality reports, briefings, correspondence, and presentations
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive positive workforce outcomes
- Contribute to capability-building initiatives and organisational improvement projects
What you'll need to succeed
- Extensive experience in Employee Relations, Human Resources, Workplace Relations, or Workforce Standards
- Strong knowledge of conduct management, investigations, performance management, and workplace legislation
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex and sensitive workforce issues
- Strong analytical, reporting, and policy development capabilities
- Relevant HR or Employee Relations qualifications will be highly regarded
What you'll get in return
- 6-month contract
- Work within a purpose-driven organisation supporting communities across Queensland
- Attractive hourly rate
- Brisbane North-East location with occasional travel requirements
What you need to do now
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