Senior HR Specialist
2 days ago
Full Time /Ongoing
Classification: GO8 (Starting at $129, Superannuation)
Lead the strategic HR processes that sit behind a diverse workforce and support organisation-wide performance.
As one of the fastest-growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford is focused on building sustainable foundations and places the community at the heart of everything we do. With our urban centre as the CBD of Northern Adelaide, our city is enriched by growing and diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural townships, and horticultural lands.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Manager Organisational Development, you will play a critical part in shaping and refining systems, frameworks and processes that enable HR Partners and business managers to achieve excellence in human resources management for a diverse and exciting workforce incorporating operational, community services and corporate staff.
You will lead two HR Officers and collaborate closely with the HR Business Partnering team. As projects arise, you will engage with colleagues from a range of teams including Work Health and Safety, Injury Management, Learning and Development and Payroll You will represent HR in engagements with key external stakeholders, including unions and service providers. With a whole-of-organisation lens, your work will influence a broad spectrum of outcomes, including productive employee relations and successful enterprise agreement negotiations, contributing meaningfully to a culture that values openness, fairness, and sustainability.
About You
Deeply knowledgeable of employment legislation, enterprise agreements and workforce policy; you'll bring a practical approach to systems and process improvement. Backed by a strong grasp of the IR/ER landscape, you're someone who sees the connections between data, decisions and service quality across the organisation.
Your ability to take complexity and turn it into clear and usable guidance will make you a trusted source of expertise. A steady hand in negotiations and an appreciation for the needs of diverse teams will be crucial as you support the delivery of sustainable, people-focused outcomes.
Incumbents in this position are required to possess or be willing to obtain, a National Criminal History Clearance.
Submit your application by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Please include your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability. If you would like further information, please contact Emily Byrne, Senior Manager Organisational Development by emailing or calling for a confidential discussion.
Applications close at 12.00pm on Friday 12 September 2025.
The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.
-
Senior Pharmacist
2 weeks ago
Daw Park, South Australia SA Health - Statewide Clinical Support Services Full time $108,347 - $116,216 per yearCentral Adelaide Local Health NetworkStatewide – SA Pharmacy Daw ParkSalary: AHP3 $108,347 to $116,216 p.a. pro-rata ( + Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Benefits )Contracted Part-Time Role until 27 Feb FTE Hrs WeeklyAbout the roleAs a Senior Pharmacist with SA Pharmacy, you'll take responsibility for the management and delivery of high-quality...
-
HR - People Systems Specialist
2 weeks ago
Kensington Park, South Australia OTR Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per yearReq #1921294 The Parade, Kensington SA 5068, AustraliaShareJob descriptionPosted Sunday, 24 August 2025, 9:30 am | Expires Thursday, 25 September 2025, 9:29 amWho We Are:OTR Group comprises of over 1000 retail, convenience, and quick service restaurants – including brands such as Reddy Express (formerly known as Coles Express), Smokemart and Giftbox, and...
-
Human Resources Specialist
6 days ago
Osborne Park, Western Australia Swan Traffic Management Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per yearAbout the businessSwan Traffic Management delivers quality traffic management services to government, mining companies and other civil construction companies. With an experienced team of qualified traffic control specialists we are dedicated to providing our clients with reliable, safe and efficient traffic control solutions statewide.About the RoleThis is...
-
HR Business Partner
1 week ago
Harris Park, New South Wales, Australia Uniting Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per yearHR Business Partner – CommunitiesParramatta CBD /Sydney CBD | Hybrid + Occasional planned Travel | Full-time PermanentShape the future of our workforce while making a real difference in communities.We currently have an exciting opportunity for an energetic, creative, and customer-centricHR professionalto join ourPeople and Culture teamat Uniting.Reporting...
-
senior vehicle inspector
2 days ago
Regency Park, South Australia Department for Infrastructure and Transport, South Australia Full time $82,190 - $87,758 per yearDepartment for Infrastructure and TransportJob reference: 697079Location: REGENCY PARKJob status: OngoingEligibility: Open to Everyone At the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, we are connecting South Australia to keep our State moving. We are responsible for delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transformative transport and social...
-
Human Resouces Advisor
2 days ago
Osborne Park, Western Australia Vertech Group Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per yearAbout VertechVertech is more than just an Inspection, Integrity, and specialist Maintenance provider. We redefine operational standards by integrating specialist access and rope access techniques with the latest generation of technologies to ensure unparalleled efficiency and safety excellence. As leaders in providing integrity services, we uphold a legacy...
-
Product Specialist
6 days ago
Melrose Park, South Australia Welding Industries Of Australia Full time $104,000 - $160,000 per yearAre you passionate about welding technology and driven to turn market insight into innovative solutions? Join us as our Product Specialist – Filler Metals and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product portfolio.Who are we?Welding Industries Australia (WIA) is part of the welding products division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a global...
-
Strategic Workforce Planning Specialist
1 week ago
Harris Park, New South Wales, Australia Uniting Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per yearStrategic Workforce Planning SpecialistPermanent | Full-time | Parramatta CBD (Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 from home)At Uniting, we're proud to deliver services that support and empower people across Disability, Mental Health, Child and Family Services, and other community programs. As we grow and adapt to sector change, we're investing in building...
-
Senior Legal Officer
2 days ago
Harris Park, New South Wales, Australia NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Full time $138,539 - $148,283 per yearTogether we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.Permanent/Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunities availableParramatta location with flexible working supported (other NSW locations are negotiable)Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $138,539 to $148,283 + superWhat's in it for me?Join our team for afantastic...
-
Senior Pharmacist
6 days ago
Daw Park, South Australia Advanced Pharmacy Australia Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per yearDescriptionAbout the roleAs aSenior Pharmacistin the SA Voluntary Assisted Dying (SAVAD) Pharmacy Service, you'll be responsibly for ensuring safe and compassionate care for patients accessing VAD medications. This role provides an opportunity to care for patients at an important time and develop your leadership skills, as well as an opportunity to see many...
