People and Culture Advisor

Job description

• Coordinate and support recruitment and onboarding activities, including preparing job advertisements, interview logistics, managing pre-employment checks, assisting with shortlisting, and preparing employment documentation in accordance with policy.
• Deliver operational support across key HR processes, including probation, performance development, capability development, and induction.
• Contribute to the implementation of people strategies, by coordinating communications, tracking progress, and contributing to data and insights.
• Provide accurate and timely advice to managers and staff on HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent interpretation and escalating complex matters to senior HR staff.
• Coordinate learning and development activities, including maintaining records of mandatory training and supporting the implementation of capability-building initiatives, and liaising with providers where needed.
• Maintain workforce data systems, generate workforce reports and dashboards, and assist in interpreting trends, risks, and insights.
• Support the delivery of WHS, wellbeing, and diversity and inclusion activities by coordinating logistics, communications, and operational documentation.
• Assist in reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures, supporting consultation processes, and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and improvement initiatives that enhance people systems, service delivery, or organisational capability.
• Ensure HR operations comply with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, particularly in recruitment, employee relations, and learning and development.

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, Education, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in an HR generalist or learning & development role, ideally within a public sector or complex regulatory environment.
• Sound knowledge of NSW public sector HR frameworks, including the Government Sector Employment Act, Awards, and relevant policies.
• Highly developed communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.