HR Project Leader: Strategic Initiatives & Analytics

Central Highlands Regional Council; Emerald; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

Fortnightly RDOs

Annual uniform allocation

Payroll deductions and salary-sacrific

Wages paid fortnightly

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking an experienced Human Resources Project Advisor for a maximum term contract (up to October 2027) in Emerald. You will lead HR projects, coordinate reporting, and advise on HR policies while working with internal and external stakeholders to improve systems and organisational outcomes.

The role requires a Certificate IV or higher in HR, Business Administration, PM, or equivalent, plus strong HRIS/Microsoft Office skills and a solid understanding of IR

Qualifications

• Experience in a human resources environment.
• Strong understanding of employment and industrial relations legislation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of group presentations.
• Diplomacy, confidentiality and stakeholder relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support HR projects across multiple business areas, ensuring alignment with strategic workforce outcomes.
• Provide high‑quality reporting and analytics to support workforce planning and HR decision‑making.
• Offer expert advice on legislation, awards, certified agreements, and HR policies.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide clear, timely communication throughout project delivery.
• Assist with project planning, implementation, and reporting to ensure milestones and objectives are achieved.
• Support organisational improvement through policy development, review, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance on employee relations and industrial matters, helping to manage workplace issues and maintain compliance.

Skills

Project management

IR legislation

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in HR/BA/PM

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking an experienced Human Resources Project Advisor for a maximum term contract (up to October 2027) in Emerald. You will lead HR projects, coordinate reporting, and advise on HR policies while working with internal and external stakeholders to improve systems and organisational outcomes.

The role requires a Certificate IV or higher in HR, Business Administration, PM, or equivalent, plus strong HRIS/Microsoft Office skills and a solid understanding of IR