Learning and Development Advisor

Bundaberg Regional Council; Queensland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17.5% leave loading

9-day fortnight roster

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing support programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking a Learning and Development Advisor to build a capable, connected and engaged workforce. You will contribute to learning, leadership and organisational development initiatives across the People, Safety and Culture branch.

You will develop practical learning resources and coordinate programs while using insights to enhance employee experience and onboarding across the Council.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating programs, workshops, projects or workforce initiatives, with strong organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to develop learning resources, communications, guides and reports that are practical, clear and user-friendly.
• Strong administrative and systems skills, including maintaining accurate records, supporting reporting activities and managing competing priorities.
• Collaborative and proactive approach, with an interest in employee development, organisational culture and continuous improvement.
• Qualifications in HR, Training and Assessment, Business Administration, Organisational Development or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and evaluate learning, leadership and organisational development initiatives to support employee growth and organisational success.
• Coordinate programs and resources, working with stakeholders to improve employee experience.
• Contribute to workforce capability and onboarding across the Council.

Skills

Program coordination

Learning resources development

Administrative skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

HR / Training and Assessment / Business Administration / Organisational Development (related discipline)

Job description

$88,906 per annum + super + benefits
Permanent Full-Time
People, Safety and Culture; People, Community and ConnectionBundaberg Region

About Us

At Bundaberg Regional Council, we are dedicated to building a vibrant and sustainable future for our community. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill sets can thrive. Whether delivering essential services or driving innovative projects, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’ll become part of an organisation that values your contributions, supports your growth, and empowers you to help shape a better future for everyone.

Uniquely positioned north of Brisbane in Queensland, Australia, the Bundaberg Region is one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional cities and the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. The Bundaberg Region boasts the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii. Noted for its environmental excellence, pristine waterways, and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region showcases everything that nature’s palette can create.

What We Offer

• An attractive remuneration package with options for salary sacrifice and 17.5% leave loading
• 9-day fortnight roster
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Wellbeing and mental health support programs, including access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development training and study assistance to support your career growth
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritises a healthy work-life balance within a supportive and friendly team
• Be part of an inclusive and diverse culture where every team member is valued

Discover more about working at Bundaberg Regional Council and the benefits we offer our employees by clicking here.

About The Opportunity

Join Bundaberg Regional Council as a Learning and Development Advisor and help build a capable, connected and engaged workforce. Working within the People, Safety and Culture Branch, you will contribute to the development, coordination and evaluation of learning, leadership and organisational development initiatives that support employee growth and organisational success.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborating with stakeholders, developing practical learning resources, coordinating programs and using insights to improve employee experience. Your work will directly support workforce capability, organisational culture, onboarding and leadership development across Council.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria:

• Experience coordinating programs, workshops, projects or workforce initiatives, with strong organisational and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to develop learning resources, communications, guides and reports that are practical, clear and user-friendly.
• Strong administrative and systems skills, including maintaining accurate records, supporting reporting activities and managing competing priorities.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a genuine interest in employee development, organisational culture and continuous improvement.
• Qualifications in Human Resources, Training and Assessment, Business Administration, Organisational Development or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

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The Selection Process

We encourage candidates to advise us of any accommodations they may need to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience throughout our recruitment process and work environment. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We celebrate our community's rich diversity and are committed to attracting and employing people that represent the community that we serve. We recognise and appreciate the diversity of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe working environment where all employees are valued, respected and supported to achieve their potential.

The preferred candidate will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at 11:59 pm AEST.

Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on the application close date, whichever is sooner.

Thank you for your interest in this position. To explore all our current opportunities, visit our Careers with Council webpage. We look forward to receiving your application.