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Human Resources Coordinator

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Coordinator to join our Executive team. This role offers a diverse HR portfolio, combining operational HR management, employee and industrial relations, and strategic workforce initiatives. You will work closely with managers across Council, providing practical advice, strengthening people practices and contributing to a positive and productive workplace.What We Offer: Full-time- (Stream A) Level 5-6 $86,700-$97,100 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)Monthly RDO (13 per year)Personal (Sick) LeaveRemote Area Housing AssistanceLocality AllowanceAbout the Role:Reporting to the Manager Human Resources & Safety, the Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for supporting the delivery of Council's human resource functions and strategies. This role provides professional advice and support across a broad range of HR activities, including recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, policy development, workforce planning, industrial relations, and legislative compliance. Your key responsibilities will include:Providing professional HR advice and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary matters, grievances and workplace conflict resolution.Coordinating recruitment and selection activities, including onboarding, probation management and employee offboarding.Supporting the interpretation and application of employment legislation, industrial awards and Council's Certified Agreement, including payroll-related matters.Developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies, procedures and workforce improvement initiatives.Supporting organisational change, employee development and performance management processes.Preparing HR reports, business cases and correspondence, while maintaining accurate employee records and HR information systems.Identifying workforce risks and contributing to initiatives that promote employee wellbeing, workplace engagement and continuous improvement.About You: You are a capable HR professional with sound knowledge of employee relations, industrial instruments and contemporary HR practices. You bring sound judgement and discretion to sensitive workplace matters, provide practical, evidence-based advice to management and balance operational HR priorities with broader organisational objectives.You will demonstrate:Sound knowledge of human resource management, employee relations, relevant legislation and industrial instruments.Experience managing sensitive employee matters, including performance concerns, grievances and conflict resolution.Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical advice.Experience developing, implementing and reviewing HR policies, procedures and organisational initiatives.Strong analytical, organisational and report-writing skills, supported by proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.The ability to exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and manage competing priorities effectively. Mandatory Requirements:Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline (such as Business, Psychology or Law), or substantial experience in Human Resource Management.Current Police Clearance.Current unrestricted Class C driver's licence. Desirable:Certificate in Human Resources.Certificate in Training and Assessment.Three or more years of experience in a human resources role.Knowledge of Queensland local government operations and employment practices.For a more detailed job outline, please see the attached Position Description.  Locals are encouraged to apply! Applications Close on 18 November 2026 at 12 pm Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.PD - Human Resources Coordinator AUD Cloncurry 4824

Human Resources Coordinator

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Coordinator to join our Executive team. This role offers a diverse HR portfolio, combining operational HR management, employee and industrial relations, and strategic workforce initiatives. You will work closely with managers across Council, providing practical advice, strengthening people practices and contributing to a positive and productive workplace.

What We Offer: 

  • Full-time- (Stream A) Level 5-6 $86,700-$97,100 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation
  • 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
  • Monthly RDO (13 per year)
  • Personal (Sick) Leave
  • Remote Area Housing Assistance
  • Locality Allowance
About the Role:

Reporting to the Manager Human Resources & Safety, the Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for supporting the delivery of Council's human resource functions and strategies. This role provides professional advice and support across a broad range of HR activities, including recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, policy development, workforce planning, industrial relations, and legislative compliance.

 

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing professional HR advice and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary matters, grievances and workplace conflict resolution.
  • Coordinating recruitment and selection activities, including onboarding, probation management and employee offboarding.
  • Supporting the interpretation and application of employment legislation, industrial awards and Council's Certified Agreement, including payroll-related matters.
  • Developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies, procedures and workforce improvement initiatives.
  • Supporting organisational change, employee development and performance management processes.
  • Preparing HR reports, business cases and correspondence, while maintaining accurate employee records and HR information systems.
  • Identifying workforce risks and contributing to initiatives that promote employee wellbeing, workplace engagement and continuous improvement.
About You:
 
You are a capable HR professional with sound knowledge of employee relations, industrial instruments and contemporary HR practices. You bring sound judgement and discretion to sensitive workplace matters, provide practical, evidence-based advice to management and balance operational HR priorities with broader organisational objectives.
You will demonstrate:
  • Sound knowledge of human resource management, employee relations, relevant legislation and industrial instruments.
  • Experience managing sensitive employee matters, including performance concerns, grievances and conflict resolution.
  • Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical advice.
  • Experience developing, implementing and reviewing HR policies, procedures and organisational initiatives.
  • Strong analytical, organisational and report-writing skills, supported by proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  • The ability to exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and manage competing priorities effectively.
 
Mandatory Requirements:
  • Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline (such as Business, Psychology or Law), or substantial experience in Human Resource Management.
  • Current Police Clearance.
  • Current unrestricted Class C driver's licence.
 
Desirable:
  • Certificate in Human Resources.
  • Certificate in Training and Assessment.
  • Three or more years of experience in a human resources role.
  • Knowledge of Queensland local government operations and employment practices.

For a more detailed job outline, please see the attached Position Description. 

 Locals are encouraged to apply! 

Applications Close on 18 November 2026 at 12 pm

 Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.