Principal Advisor, People and Performance

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Health Full time
The role
Reporting to the Manager, People and Performance.

Your role will be responsible for providing expert practical advice and support to Hospital and Health Services and the Department of Health on complex employment matters and to assist in the delivery of significant and consistent outcomes and outputs that contribute to the achievement of Queensland Health's organisational goals.

The successful person

  • Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with QPS values.
  • Work collaboratively as a member of a high performing team to achieve and deliver quality outcomes for clients.
  • Manage direct reports' performance, including coaching and mentoring to continue to professionally develop in both technical skills and behaviours.
  • Provide expert advice and recommendations on appropriate management and resolution of complex employment matters including dismissal, discipline, suspension and medical assessment of employees.
  • Collate and compile reports for the Minister, Public Service Commission and System Manager for human resource activities which include but are not limited to: suspensions, terminations, illhealth retirements, employee complaints and conduct and performance matters.
  • Provide support as required at various tribunals and commissions, including (but not limited to) Queensland Industrial Relations Commission.
  • Undertake where required research and analysis to develop advice, policy and strategic documents relating to complex employment matters.
About us
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland.

We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace.

Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
About Corporate Services Division
The Corporate Services Division enables corporate services necessary for Queensland Health to function effectively and deliver essential health services.

The Division is responsible for major corporate functions including financial, legal and human resources services, and overseeing key governance functions such as risk, audit, privacy and ethical standards.

The Division is committed to being 'partners in health service efficiency and quality'.

Our aim is to provide multi-dimensional successful partnerships that foster linkages to strengthen relationships in the delivery of our services.

Human Resource Services Branch

Human Resources Branch partners with stakeholders across Queensland Health to provide human resource strategies and support to realise the potential of our people in the delivery of quality healthcare to Queenslanders.

The branch delivers a range of human resource services to attract and retain staff, build workforce culture and capability, develop and maintain employment arrangements, monitor and manage workforce performance, and provide assurance that the department's statutory obligations are met.


Benefits:

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A fastpaced, challenging and supportive environment
  • Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
  • Work and life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible working arrangements Diverse work culture
  • Career training and development
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