Advisor, Human Resources | Full-time Temporary

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Infrastructure Canberra (iCBR) is seeking a dedicated HR Advisor to support the Executive Leadership Team and Directorate with people-focused functions. You’ll help with recruitment, policy development, and workforce planning, acting as a trusted partner for teams and external stakeholders.

In this role you will provide timely HR guidance, manage HR documentation and systems, and draft materials that support HR operations.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of ACT Public Service employment frameworks.
• Proven ability to advise on HR matters and policy interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, confidentiality and equity.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate HR guidance on recruitment, conditions of service, and policy interpretation.
• Manage HR documentation, systems, and shared inboxes with precision.
• Draft correspondence, reports, and materials for HR operations.
• Support HR initiatives to build capability and workplace culture.

Skills

HR advisory

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Recruitment

Tools

Chris21

Objective

MS Office

Job description

Details: At Infrastructure Canberra (iCBR), we are not just building infrastructure - we are shaping the future of our city. Our vision is to enrich and connect communities through sustainable and transformative infrastructure, places, and spaces. We are the Territory’s capital infrastructure experts, and we are looking for a passionate HR Advisor to help us support the people who make it all happen.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

We’re driven by purpose and powered by people. Our strategic priorities put culture, collaboration, and excellence at the heart of everything we do. We value safety, integrity, respect, innovation, and Yindyamarra - a commitment to kindness, honour, and care in every aspect of our work.

About the Role

As a HR Advisor, you’ll be part of a small but mighty team that supports the Executive Leadership Team and Directorate with all things people. From recruitment and policy development to workforce planning and employee support, you’ll be a trusted partner helping our teams thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing timely, accurate advice on HR matters including recruitment, conditions of service, and policy interpretation.
• Managing HR documentation, systems, and shared inboxes with precision and care.
• Drafting correspondence, reports, and materials that support our HR operations.
• Supporting HR initiatives that build capability and enhance our workplace culture.
• Building strong relationships across iCBR and with external stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

We are seeking an individual with a strong understanding of ACT Public Service employment frameworks and contemporary human resource practices, coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide clear, professional advice. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, able to effectively manage competing priorities, and committed to maintaining confidentiality, respect and equity in the workplace. Experience using HR and corporate systems, including Chris21, Objective and Microsoft Office applications, will be highly regarded.

We are seeking a collaborative and proactive individual with a strong understanding of ACT Public Service employment frameworks and contemporary human resource practices. The successful applicant will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical and professional advice to a diverse range of stakeholders. They will be highly organised, adaptable and capable of managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment, while maintaining confidentiality and upholding the principles of respect and equity. Experience using HR and corporate systems, including Chris21, Objective and Microsoft Office applications, will be highly regarded.

Notes

This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 October 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.

Selection may be based on application only.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal .