Principal Human Resources Consultant - South East Region

Job Reference QLD/CO576014/24P
Closing date July 18, 2024
Location Gold Coast
Type Full-Time
Contact 0461 333 546

About this job

About Us:

The HR function in the Department of Education is on a journey to implement a contemporary HR model based on strong partnerships with the approximately 1250 schools delivering quality education to the kids of QLD. The South East Region supports 150 schools from Logan to Coolangatta, and the ocean to the Scenic Rim.

Your Role:

The Principal HR Consultant will lead a team of HRBPs making the transition from a more traditional HR practitioner to a true strategic partner that is focused on HR strategy, including workforce planning, capability, performance and culture.

As a member of the leadership team you will have the opportunity to drive a different level of thinking within the HR team and use your influence in the business to lead innovation in a setting that has been significantly impacted by workforce issues.

Personally, you will be able to work flexibly from home, the office, a school or the local cafe.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply: 

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
  • Attach a 2-page written response outlining your vision for the role, what you would bring to the role and what will you get out of the role while taking into context the competencies identified in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.