The Strategic Rail Branch is seeking a full-time, temporary Senior Advisor (Human Resources) to provide strategic and operational HR support across a broad range of contemporary HR matters, to backfill a period of parental leave until 30 April 2027.

Job details

In the role of Senior Advisor (HR), you will provide high-quality HR services to the Strategic Rail Branch. This includes delivering strategic advice and practical operational support to leaders and the broader workforce across a wide range of contemporary HR matters. Your contribution will directly support the achievement of key business outcomes and promote effective people management practices.

This is a full-time, temporary opportunity to backfill a period of parental leave, available from 06/06/26 to 30/04/27 with possible extension.

What we offer:

TMR offers a compelling employee value proposition, including:

• Work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements, including flex time and working from home options.
• A central Brisbane location, close to Central Station and public transport.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment, with strong investment in training, development and support.
• Attractive employment conditions, including generous leave provisions and superannuation.

In this role you will:

• Provide operational advice on HR policies and procedures in accordance with Queensland Public Sector legislation, awards, agreements, and directives.
• Provide HR support and advice to the branch on all Recruitment and Selection processes, backfills, higher duties, secondments, and conversions in accordance with the Recruitment and Selection Directive and departmental policies.
• Respond promptly to enquiries received from the SRB inbox, process HR correspondence, prepare monthly Power BI HR workforce reporting, update and maintain HR trackers, and liaise with QSS and payroll to investigate and resolve HR queries.
• Demonstrate proficient technical skills in SAP and Power BI to efficiently resolve queries, troubleshoot issues, and address reporting anomalies.
• Represent the branch on committees and working groups when required, in a range of HR and

workforce projects, which include the Working for Queensland and People Pulse surveys and results.

Role requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
• 3 + years' experience working in a dedicated Human Resources role.
• Demonstrates a high-level of understanding of Human Resource disciplines and applies knowledge of policies, procedures and instruction instruments independently.
• Demonstrate proficient technical skills in SAP and Power BI to efficiently resolve queries, troubleshoot issues, and address reporting anomalies.
• Communicates in a clear, succinct and deliberate manner, adjusting the message so that it resonates with different stakeholders.
• Prioritises projects and tasks efficiently, in line with team commitments.
• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.
• It is a condition of employment for recommended appointee/s to disclose any previous serious discipline action taken against them for consideration by the delegate prior to any appointment.

About you:

We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/685496/26
Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• applicant-guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  685496 26 Role Description.docx TBA (Word, 458KB)