Human Resources Advisor

Who we are:

Dorset Council is a local government organisation situated in North East Tasmania that is undertaking a journey of organisational improvement while continuing to deliver essential services and infrastructure to the community.

We are investing in improvements to our systems, processes and people practices to strengthen the way we work and build a more contemporary, efficient and customer focused organisation. As part of this journey, we are looking for people who can contribute positively, support continuous improvement and work collaboratively with others to deliver practical outcomes.

About the role:

We are seeking a Full Time Human Resources Advisor who is excited to embrace organisational change, contribute to change initiatives, and work collaboratively to achieve Council's objectives.

The Human Resources Advisor provides advice and support to Dorset Council's managers and employees, while coordinating core human resources processes and supporting compliant, service-focused people practices across Council.

The position is responsible for coordinating a range of human resources activities, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, workforce administration, organisational change initiatives, workers compensation and injury management processes.

The role works closely with external stakeholders, including industrial and employee relations advisors, HR consultants, recruitment providers, training and leadership development providers, and local government networks.

About you:

The successful applicant will have the following:

- Demonstrated experience in coordination of end-to-end recruitment activities

- Experience supporting onboarding, induction and employee lifecycle processes

- Experience supporting managers with day-to-day employment matters, including probation, performance, conduct, leave, policy application and offboarding

- Experience preparing and maintaining compliant employment contracts, correspondence, position descriptions, templates and employee records and other employee lifecycle documentation

- Demonstrated experience interpreting Enterprise Agreements and providing advice to managers

- Experience coordinating Workers Compensation and Injury Management administrative processes, including liaison with internal and external stakeholders

- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise competing work demands and effectively monitor matters through to completion

- Ability to support implementation of new HR systems, tools and processes

- Experience supporting organisational change, including communication, coordination and implementation of new HR processes

- A solutions-focused, proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to analyse issues and provide practical recommendations

- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

- Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality and handle sensitive matters

Essential Requirements:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, business or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience

- Minimum 3 years experience in a generalist HR role, including experience providing advice to managers on day-to-day employment matters

- Current driver’s license

Desirable:

- Experience working within a local government environment

- Current AHRI membership or eligibility for membership

- Training in workplace investigations, performance management or recruitment and selection

- Experience in improving HR templates, systems, checklists and processes

What’s on offer:

- A permanent full-time position with some flexibility to work from home once established within the role

- Annual Salary of $105,265 p.a. negotiable, plus 12% Superannuation

- Rostered Day Off Structure (work a 9 day fortnight or 19 day month)

- Relocation and/or travel allowance, negotiable based on experience and travel requirements

- Ongoing professional development support opportunities

- Access to Employee Assistance Program and Health and Wellbeing initiatives

- Company Laptop and mobile phone

- An opportunity to contribute to Council’s journey to becoming a modern and innovative organisation

- Enjoy the unique lifestyle of North East Tasmania, offering affordable living, stunning natural landscapes and a strong sense of community
 

To Apply:

For further information specific to this role, please contact people@dorset.tas.gov.au. 

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role via SEEK.

Applications close at 5:00pm on Friday, 31 July 2026.