HR Advisor (2 positions available)

QUT (Queensland University of Technology); City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian university is seeking two HR Advisors to deliver exceptional HR services. The role includes interpreting policies, improving team performance, and providing support to staff. Candidates should have a degree in HR or a related field and strong customer service skills. This hybrid role offers a salary range of $79,514 to $89,685 plus benefits.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Competitive remuneration

Generous leave provisions

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in HR generalist role, interpreting and advising on policies.
• Excellent written communication skills, ability to prioritize workloads.
• Experience using multiple systems for data entry and access.

Responsibilities

• Deliver HR service and enquiry management experience to staff.
• Interpret policies and provide accurate advice.
• Identify opportunities to improve team performance.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Digital literacy

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking two (2) HR Advisors to join Human Resources, People Services, Administrative Division. In the position of HR Advisor, you are part of the HR Assist team, which delivers an exceptional human resources service and enquiry management experience to the University. You provide interpretation of QUT policies, procedures and information, and assist in identifying opportunities to continuously improve team performance to meet client needs. This position reports to the Manager, HR Assist for career planning, development, and performance expectations. This role is offered as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to a more virtual and connected environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an exceptional HR service and enquiry management experience to University staff.
• Interpret policies, guidelines and related documents and provide accurate information and advice.
• Identify opportunities to improve team performance and service delivery to meet current and future client needs.
• Support career planning, development, and performance expectations under supervision of the Manager, HR Assist.

What You Need To Succeed

• Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to a degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in a human resources generalist role and the ability to interpret and advise on policies and guidelines.
• Strong customer service history with attention to detail and issue resolution.
• High level of digital literacy with ability to use multiple systems to access and input data accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

About Us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a real world focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that equips students and graduates with skills for an increasingly disrupted world. The Human Resources Department enhances talent through effective leadership, expert advice and professional development, while fostering a highly engaged workforce.

Life at QUT

• Healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading.
• Generous leave provisions, including maternity and primary carer parental leave up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
• Fitness Passport and discounted private health insurance.
• Purchased Leave Scheme – up to 8 extra weeks.
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions and other benefits.
• Professional development opportunities including leadership programs and study assistance.
• Initiatives supporting Indigenous Australian staff, including the Indigenous Australian Staff Network and Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, with representation on university committees.

Remuneration and Conditions

• Salary range: $79,514 to $89,685 per annum (HEW5) plus 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading.
• Total remuneration range: $94,099 to $106,134 per annum inclusive of the base salary and loading.
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available).
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis (one position until 31 December 2025 and one until 9 February 2026).
• Open to: Applicants with unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking Apply. Job opens: 09-Oct-2025. Applications close: 23-Oct-2025.