Human Resources Advisor

Human Resources Advisor (Ref: 1137)

About the position:

The City is seeking an experienced Human Resources professional to join the People, Safety and Wellbeing team. This position is responsible for the development of business partner relationships with internal customers across the organisation, resulting in the provision of timely and accurate end-to-end Human Resource (HR) support and generalist advice.

Key accountabilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for Directors, Managers and staff and manage the resolution of all generalist human resources, organisational development and industrial relations enquiries.
• Establish and maintain effective credible working partnerships and foster collaborative relationships.
• Contribute to and implement organisational change programs such as mergers and restructures, as well as employee engagement activities including the annual employee survey and corresponding action plans.
• Contribute to the development of human resource management and organisational development plans and strategies, operational policies and procedures.

For further information and to view the position description, visit

To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Joanne Stevens, Coordinator Human Resources on

Position requirements:

The successful applicant must have demonstrated experience in providing timely and accurate advice to managers and employees in relation to operational human resources and organisational development practices including the application of Industrial Agreements or Awards and associated policies.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary ranging from $102,015 per annum to $114,135 per annum will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 22 Annual Leave days
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance
• Centrally located
• Free parking

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

To be considered for this vacancy, you must include the following documents in your application:

1. A current resume

2. A response addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims:

3. Demonstrated ability to interpret Industrial Instruments including Industrial Agreements, contracts of employment and relevant legislation.

4. Comprehensive written and oral communication skills with the ability to facilitate and present to a range of stakeholders and develop high quality documentation including plans, statistics, reports, policies and other documents.
5. Comprehensive skills in the use of MS Suite software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook as well as Human Resources Information Systems.
6. High level of organisational and time management skills with the ability to establish priorities to meet conflicting deadlines with minimal supervision and the ability to manage priorities within a team environment
7. Comprehensive demonstrated ability to develop effective working partnerships with senior managers and proven interpersonal, mediation, counselling and consultation skills.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 29 October 2025.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER