Senior Hr Consultant

Flinders And Upper North Local Health Network; Flinders Council; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Relocation support

Accommodation assistance

Fitness Passport

Flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network is seeking a Senior Human Resources Consultant to provide high-level strategic and operational HR guidance to executive and senior managers across a range of complex workforce matters.

You will support employee relations, workforce development and continuous improvement while advising on HR policies, legislation and best practice to shape positive workforce outcomes. The role offers flexible working arrangements within a regional health network.

Qualifications

• Significant experience providing strategic and operational HR advice to senior management.
• Ability to manage complex employee relations matters and provide practical HR solutions.
• Experience interpreting awards, legislation and policies and applying them to achieve business outcomes.
• Experience developing and delivering HR strategies, policies, programs and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level strategic and operational HR advice to executive and senior managers across complex workforce matters.
• Partner with designated groups to support employee relations, workforce development and continuous improvement.
• Advise on HR policies, legislation and best practice to achieve business outcomes.

Skills

Strategic HR advisory

Employee relations

Business partnering

HR policy interpretation

Job description

Join us as a Senior Human Resources Consultant and shape positive workforce outcomes!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North - Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career with FUNLHN

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. We offer flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle, professional development opportunities to help you grow, and a workplace where every role matters. Whatever your position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our health network and making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN - Living and Working in Port Augusta or Whyalla

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN

• Financial Incentive: On top of your annual salary and standard entitlements, you may be eligible to boost your take-home pay even further by enjoying salary packaging options.
• Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Accommodation Assistance: Support may be available to make relocating easier (conditions apply).

About the Role:

You will provide high-level strategic and operational HR advice to executive and senior managers across a range of complex and sensitive workforce matters. Working in partnership with designated groups, you will support employee relations, workforce development and continuous improvement while providing expert advice on HR policies, legislation and best practice.

****** ASO6 Role Description

About You:

• Significant experience providing strategic and operational HR advice to senior management.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and business partnering skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex employee relations matters and provide practical HR solutions.
• Experience interpreting awards, legislation and policies and applying them to achieve business outcomes.
• Experience developing and delivering HR strategies, policies, programs and training.

Want To Know More? Contact:

Mel Wood - FUNLHN Director People & Culture, ************, **********************

• Please refer to the role description for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
• We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Application Closing Date: Monday 21st September 2026 - 11:55PM

Advertised: 07 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 21 Sep 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Standard Time

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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta or Whyalla
• ASO6 | Full Time | Temporary (up to 30 June 2027)
• Base Salary Range: $105,747 - $111,854 p.a