Senior Human Resources Advisor

Narrabri Shire Council; Narrabri Shire Council; Hybrid; AUD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Narrabri Shire Council is seeking a Senior People and Values Advisor to lead the HR team, strengthen leadership capability and enhance the employee experience. You will provide trusted advice on employee relations, recruitment, policies, and workplace change, and coach managers across Council.

The role offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment. The salary range is $103,761 to $114,816 per annum plus superannuation, with an emphasis on delivering people initiatives and

Qualifications

• Qualifications in human resources or related field and/or substantial experience.
• Experience across a broad range of HR functions.
• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• provide trusted advice on employee and industrial relations, performance, conduct and workplace change
• guide investigations, grievances and disputes through to fair and transparent resolution
• coach managers to confidently and consistently manage their people
• lead and support members of the People and Values team
• develop and implement contemporary policies, procedures and people initiatives
• oversee merit-based recruitment and competency assessment processes
• contribute to consultation, organisational development, employee engagement and workforce capability
• identify opportunities to improve our systems and practices across the employee lifecycle

Skills

Leadership

HR advisory

Employee relations

Policy development

Communication

Coaching

Education

HR degree or related field

Job description

Senior Human Resources Advisor - Shape careers, build culture, and drive success - $103,761 - $114,816 per annum plus superannuation - Access to flexible working arrangements - Internally known as Senior People and Values Advisor.

Our Values CourageCommitmentIntegrityRespectTrustUnity

About Us

At Narrabri Shire Council, we are guided by our values and powered by our people. We are passionate about having a workplace that encourages fresh ideas, diverse perspectives and dedicated to empowering those around us. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior People and Values Advisor to lead our team of professionals. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a people-focused HR professional who thrives on building strong relationships, driving organisational success, and supporting our employees to reach their full potential.

About the Role

As our Senior People and Values Advisor, you will be a trusted partner to managers and employees across Council. You will turn complex workplace requirements into practical, fair and workable outcomes while helping us strengthen leadership capability, organisational culture and the overall employee experience.

• provide trusted advice on employee and industrial relations, performance, conduct and workplace change;
• guide investigations, grievances and disputes through to fair and transparent resolution;
• coach managers to confidently and consistently manage their people;
• lead and support members of the People and Values team;
• develop and implement contemporary policies, procedures and people initiatives;
• oversee merit-based recruitment and competency assessment processes;
• contribute to consultation, organisational development, employee engagement and workforce capability;
• identify opportunities to improve our systems and practices across the employee lifecycle.

You will work across a genuinely varied portfolio, with opportunities to contribute beyond day-to-day HR and make a visible impact across the organisation. For further information please refer to the attached Position Description.

About You

You are an experienced HR professional who is ready to step into a senior advisory and leadership role. You combine sound technical knowledge with good judgement, empathy and the confidence to have constructive conversations when matters become complex. Your expertise will assist in cultivating a workplace that embodies our corporate values, fostering an environment where trust and collaboration thrive.

• qualifications in human resources or a related field and/or substantial relevant experience;
• demonstrated experience across a broad range of human resource functions;
• sound knowledge of contemporary HR practices and principles;
• experience interpreting legislation, industrial instruments and workplace policies;
• strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills;
• the ability to lead, coach and support others;
• excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities;
• a current NSW Class C Driver Licence.

Experience in NSW local government will be highly regarded but is not essential. If you have strong HR capability and genuinely enjoy helping people and organisations perform at their best, we would love to hear from you.

Enquiries regarding this position should be directed to Coral Thompson , Manager People and Values on [phone].

Closing date of applications

This position closes at 5:00pm on Wednesday, 14 October 2026. Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.

Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit for our employees and community, and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.