Position Overview

At Reef Catchments, the Senior Human Resources Officer is more than a policy expert — they are a people champion. This role leads the full spectrum of HR services, from recruitment and onboarding to performance, career planning, development, communication across the organisation and strategy.

As the heart of our people operations, you’ll shape a workplace where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

The Reef Catchments Group includes Reef Catchments, a not-for-profit organisation limited by guarantee, and our wholly owned subsidiary, Catchment Solutions Pty Ltd.

About You

We are looking for an empathetic communicator and proactive problem solver who is organised, shows initiative, is detail-oriented, trustworthy, and discreet—an approachable professional who sees the big picture while consistently delivering tangible outcomes.

If you're driven by purpose and believe in the power of people to make a difference, this is your opportunity to lead with impact.

About Reef Catchments – Who we are

Our work and our people make a difference

Reef Catchments is the not-for-profit, non-government natural resource management (NRM) organisation for the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region. We facilitate change and work for long-term solutions to sustain, protect, and improve our region’s natural resources and environment, both now and into the future.

Read more on our Vision and Values on our website www.reefcatchments.com

We build a strong culture - Our people are our strength

Our team is comprised of skilled and outcome-focused people who are all dedicated to looking after the environment in the Mackay Whitsunday Isaac region. We value diversity, recognising its importance in creating our vision for resilient ecosystems and an engaged community. Our success hinges on building a team drawn from diverse backgrounds and life experiences and a commitment to deliver community and regionally relevant environmental outcomes, along with driving a culture of learning and growth. We are intentional and contemplative in shaping our team’s culture, understanding that the perspectives and skills of our team members are vital.

Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR role, preferably in a small to medium-sized organisation.

• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices, including interpretation and implementation of policies and procedures.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities.

• A proactive and team-focused approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality service.

• A strategic thinker who can also deliver on day-to-day operational needs.

• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

• Proficiency in HRIS, Microsoft Office Suite and AI – experience with Employment Hero would be a bonus.

• Experience in the not-for-profit sector is highly desirable.

• Membership with a professional HR body (e.g., AHRI).

• Current driver’s licence.

How to Apply

1. Provide a cover letter addressing your suitability for the position based on the ‘About You’ and ‘Selection Criteria’ section.

2. Attach your current resume.

The selection panel will assess your ability to perform the work required for the position based on your cover letter response, resume and other selection processes, which may include an interview.

Referees will be contacted upon successful interview.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Lee Sheather on 0467 720 324 or (07) 4968 4200 or email: [email protected]

Please forward your application to [email protected] by close of business Tuesday 8th July 2025.

We are looking to fill this role as soon as possible and will be reviewing and interviewing applications as they arrive. So don’t delay, apply today!