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Principal Advisor or Principal Lawyer Workplace Relations
Human Resource Services, Bundaberg or Hervey Bay Hospital
Wide Bay HHS is seeking a highly capable and motivated Principal Advisor or Principal Lawyer, Workplace Relations to join our HR team. In this key leadership role, you will provide expert advice, guidance, and support on complex employment, industrial, and workplace relations matters across the organisation. You will partner with senior leaders, managers, and HR professionals to ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant workforce management practices that uphold our values and strengthen our organisational culture. Whether you bring advisory expertise or a legal background, this role offers the opportunity to shape strategy, influence outcomes, and contribute to a positive and respectful workplace.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | AO8, PO6 |
| Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/H2510WB664398 |
| Closing date | 05-Nov-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) |
| Contact person | Luci Caswell |
| Contact details | (07) 4150 2268 Access the National Relay Service |
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
- Lead the provision of strategic and expert practical industrial and employment relations advice and support to the Chief Executive and Executive Management Team within Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service (WBHHS), including responsibility for industrial and employment relations, management and oversight of complaints of corrupt conduct, Public Interest Disclosures and in relation to the Human Rights Act (Qld) 2019.
This role can be filled by either an experienced Principal Advisor or a Principal Lawyer.
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $182,185 p.a., comprising salary between $150,906 - $159,677 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (AO8/PO6) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months) Job Ad Reference: H2510WB664398.
Other benefits include:
- Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
- Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
- Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Lower cost of living
Why Join Us
At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, you'll join a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and creating a supportive, inclusive, and respectful workplace. You'll have the opportunity to influence meaningful outcomes, work on diverse and challenging matters, and be part of a team that values integrity and collaboration.
We offer flexible work arrangements, opportunities for professional growth, and the satisfaction of contributing to the health and wellbeing of our regional communities.
Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast
Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to Fraser Island, incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.
How to apply:
The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure
‘Care, connection and compassion for all'
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.
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Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 285KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 696KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
Information Package for Applicants
H2510WB664398 RD - AO8 (PDF, 1.01MB)
Role Description
H2510WB664398 RD - PO6 (PDF, 1,007KB)
Role Description
