ER Advisor

Are you driven by the opportunity to be part of shaping fair, high-performing workplaces, and support leaders through employee relations matters? We’re looking for a confident and experienced Employee Relations Advisor to join our team.

In this full time role based in Newstead, you’ll act as a trusted strategic advisor to leaders across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. Working closely with our IR/ER Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering expert guidance on a broad range of employee relations issues, contributing to a positive and compliant workplace culture.

About the Role

As an integral member of the People and Culture Team, you’ll take ownership of a wide range of ER matters, offering expert advice and hands-on support in areas such as:

• Providing clear and confident guidance on employment instruments, company policies, and current legislation.
• Coaching leaders through performance management, conduct issues, and disciplinary processes.
• Leading or supporting investigations into workplace concerns with a focus on integrity and fairness.
• Delivering insights through data and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
• Managing grievances with a balanced and solutions-focused approach.
• Contributing to change management and broader ER-related projects across the organisation.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings both expertise and a genuine passion for people and workplace fairness. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Solid experience in ER or HR advisory roles, with a strong grasp of the applicable Fair Work and employment law framework
• Confidence to coach, influence, and build trust at all levels of the organisation
• Adaptability, strong communication skills, and a practical, solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent prioritisation skills and ability to multi-task  and efficiently perform
• A natural curiosity and drive for continuous improvement in how organisations manage and support their people
• Leverage Excel and other applications to analyse ER data, input information and generate reports

Why Join NHVR?

• Enterprise Agreement offering Competitive Remuneration, offering a variety of working arrangements to support work-life balance, purchased leave and more!
• A flexible and inclusive work environment, including the option to work from home two days per week
• Additional leave during the Christmas and year-end period
• Dynamic and supportive team culture
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR recruitment team on recruitment@nhvr.gov.au.

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

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