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Senior Employee Relations Advisor
Legal Unit, Corporate Services, Townsville Hospital and Health Service
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Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking an experienced and outcome driven Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join their Legal Services team. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | HR & Industrial Relations |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV684431 |
| Closing date | 16-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Fixed Term Temporary full-time, up to 12 months |
| Contact person | Raelene Verran |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 2860 Access the National Relay Service |
About the opportunity
This position will support the Manager Employee Relations to deliver services to a large and complex hospital and health service, including the management of significant, high risk and/or complex industrial relations and employee relations matters.
Please note - This is a temporary full-time role, up to 12 months.
Requirements:
- Whilst not mandatory, possession of a tertiary qualification in industrial relations or human resource management would be highly desirable.
- Divers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $4791.30 - $5132.30 p.f. (AO6)
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Locality allowance
- Plus great Salary Packaging options may be available
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
- Sound knowledge of industrial and employee relations theory, principles, policies and practices within a large complex workforce environment.
- Previous experience in delivering a similar role using influencing skills to deliver business results or efficiencies within industrial constraints.
- Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence and engage others and deal with conflict situations in a rational and constructive manner.
- Ability to perform as an individual contributor and team player under pressure, responding quickly to requests, and achieving necessary timelines and results in line with expectations.
- Sound analytical ability to identify and analyse problems, and formulate and implement appropriate courses of action, converting them into high level and objective written documents for key stakeholder approval.
- High level communication and interpersonal skills.
About your new employer
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Raelene Verran on (07) 4433 2860
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV684431
Applications close: Tuesday, 16 June 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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