CoAct is seeking a skilled and people-focused HR Advisor to support our mission by delivering high-quality human resources advice, guidance, and service. This role plays a key part in building a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture that enables our leaders and employees to perform at their best.
Working as part of the People & Culture team, the HR Advisor provides timely, practical support across the full employee lifecycle and partners closely with managers to deliver contemporary, compliant and values-aligned HR practices.
Exploring the role
Your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide timely, practical HR advice across the employee lifecycle
- Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations matters, including performance management, misconduct, grievances and disciplinary processes.
- Manage end-to-end ER case management, including investigations, documentation, outcomes, and recommendations.
- Interpret and apply industrial instruments such as awards, contracts, and HR policies, always ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
- Coach and support leaders to build capability and confidence in managing ER matters effectively and consistently.
- Support recruitment activities as required including job ads, screenings and onboardings to ensure a positive employee experience.
- Maintain accurate HR records, contracts, variations and employee files in line with governance and compliance requirements.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and workforce initiatives.
- Support organisational people & culture initiatives that promote inclusion, wellbeing, engagement and safety.
What we’re looking for
- Demonstrated experience in an HR advisory or a generalist role.
- Strong ER/IR capability, including case management, investigations, dispute resolution, and documentation.
- Proven ability to provide clear, confident advice and coach leaders through complex and sensitive ER matters.
- Sound working knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments and best practice people management.
- Strong attention to detail with experience managing HR administration, contracts, variations, and employee data.
- Experience supporting end-to-end recruitment processes and onboarding activities.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, safe and positive workplace culture.
Qualifications (Essential)
- Hold tertiary qualifications in Human Resources Management or Business with related Human Resources components
- Hold a Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety or equivalent industry experience
What can we offer?
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Full-time permanent opportunity
- Flexible working arrangements
- Competitive salary packaging (save on tax)
- Mobile, health and wellbeing allowance
- Additional wellbeing leave (extra 13 days on top of your annual and personal leave)
- Corporate health insurance discounts
- Awarded Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2019, 2021 and 2024
- Inclusive Employer 2024 – 2025 & 2025 – 2026 recognised by Diversity Council Australia
CoAct is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering everyday Australians through essential employment services and community activation programs. Our team shares a common passion for making a positive impact and giving back to society.
Your Next Steps
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity with CoAct. Keep in mind when applying: it’s not just about what you know, but the unique value you can bring to CoAct and our team! To apply, we kindly request that you submit your resume and cover letter via the “Apply Now” button.
At CoAct, diversity and inclusion are at our core. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. If you are interested, we want to hear from you. We are proud to be a disability-friendly company!
If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please contact our Recruitment Specialist, Deanna, at recruitment@coact.org.au.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process (including receiving information in a different format), please contact our recruitment team on 02 8281 2431. Please note: this number is for voice messages related to adjustment requests only. We’re unable to return calls that are not related to adjustments. For all other enquiries, please contact us via email.
All applicants may undergo a criminal history verification, along with other required checks, including but not limited to the NDIS screening clearance and Working with Children Check, during or immediately after the recruitment process is concluded.
