workforce and inclusion advisor ( band 6)

HR Partners; Colac; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners on behalf of a regional Council seeks a Workforce and Inclusion Advisor (Band 6) to lead the Council’s Workforce Plan and GEAP obligations, bridging strategy with practical governance. You will analyse workforce trends, draft executive briefings, and maintain P&C policies and contract templates, while ensuring compliance with Victorian employment laws.

This role requires strong policy writing, data analysis, and a track record in workforce analytics to support strategic

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in HR/Public Policy/OD/Business or equivalent experience.
• Experience in workforce planning, data analysis, and policy formulation.
• Knowledge of Victorian employment legislation, statutory compliance, and industrial instruments.
• Strong written communication skills for executive briefing papers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and review of the organization’s Workforce Plan.
• Formulate, update, and review People and Culture policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate statutory reporting and initiatives under the Gender Equality Action Plan.
• Analyze workforce data, demographics, and metrics to produce high-quality executive briefings.
• Maintain intranet P&C resources, standard employment documentation, and contract templates.

Skills

Workforce planning

Data analysis

Policy formulation

Written communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in HR/Public Policy/OD/Business

Job description

workforce and inclusion advisor ( band 6)

We have partnered with a local regional Council to assist them in finding the right fit to Join their People and Culture team, this key role bridges strategic workforce analytics with practical policy governance. You will lead the delivery of the Council’s Workforce Plan, coordinate Gender Equality Action Plan (GEAP) obligations, analyze workforce trends, and ensure our People and Culture policies and frameworks remain modern, compliant, and fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and review of the organization’s Workforce Plan.
• Formulate, update, and review People and Culture policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate statutory reporting and initiatives under the Gender Equality Action Plan.
• Analyze workforce data, demographics, and metrics to produce high-quality executive briefings.
• Maintain intranet P&C resources, standard employment documentation, and contract templates.

About you:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Public Policy, Organizational Development, Business, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in workforce planning, data analysis, and policy formulation.
• Knowledge of Victorian employment legislation, statutory compliance, and industrial instruments.
• Strong written communication skills with experience drafting formal briefing papers for executive-level audiences.