Strategic HR Coordinator – Local Government

Cloncurry Shire Council; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave-

Monthly RDO

Personal leave

Remote area housing assistance

Job summary

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Coordinator to join our Executive team. This role offers a diverse HR portfolio, combining operational HR management, employee and industrial relations, and strategic workforce initiatives.

You will work closely with managers across Council, providing practical advice, strengthening people practices and contributing to a positive and productive workplace.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in HR or related discipline, or substantial experience in HR management.
• Knowledge of Queensland local government operations and employment practices.
• Current Police Clearance.
• Current unrestricted Class C driver’s licence.
• Certificate in Human Resources.
• Certificate in Training and Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary matters, grievances and workplace conflict resolution.
• Coordinate recruitment and selection activities, including onboarding, probation management and employee offboarding.
• Support interpretation and application of employment legislation, industrial awards and Council's Certified Agreement, including payroll-related matters.
• Develop, review and implement HR policies, procedures and workforce improvement initiatives.
• Support organisational change, employee development and performance management processes.
• Prepare HR reports, business cases and correspondence, while maintaining accurate employee records and HR information systems.
• Identify workforce risks and contribute to initiatives promoting employee wellbeing, engagement and continuous improvement.

Skills

Employee relations

Policy development

Workforce planning

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Report writing

Discretion

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR or related discipline

Certificate in Human Resources

Certificate in Training and Assessment

Tools

HR information systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Coordinator to join our Executive team. This role offers a diverse HR portfolio, combining operational HR management, employee and industrial relations, and strategic workforce initiatives.

You will work closely with managers across Council, providing practical advice, strengthening people practices and contributing to a positive and productive workplace.