· Newly created leadership opportunity

· Lead HR best practice in this high growth council

· $115,000 - $125,000 p/a plus Superannuation

Adelaide Plains Council is the fastest growing council area in South Australia with Two Wells at the epicenter of that growth. Located just 30 minutes north of Adelaide, Council is undergoing rapid transformation in the form of residential, commercial, retail, industry and horticulture investment with further expansion of these sectors firmly on the radar of the state government’s draft Greater Adelaide Regional Plan.

This exciting, newly created position will drive and promote best practice human resource management standards across the Council.

This role will suit either an experienced professional ready for their first step up to a leadership role, or an existing Manager keen to share their knowledge and expertise across a dynamic and every changing environment.

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, key responsibilities include:

Develop, implement and maintain appropriate human resource systems including policies, procedures and associated documentation

Promote best practice human resource management standards across the Council

Provide guidance and support to staff and recommendations to management in relation to human resource matters

Manage and review Council’s Organisational Development Strategy and Workforce Plan

Co-ordinate Council’s Enterprise Agreement bargaining process

Support Council’s performance management process, including the undertaking of internal investigations.

Co-ordinate Council’s employee performance development and review process

Identify, co-ordinate and deliver HR training as required.

Oversee and WHS functions, supervising one team member.

We seek a self motivated HR professional who is highly organised, has a great work ethic and who develops and maintains quality and trusted relationships at all levels.

High attention to detail, well developed verbal and written communication skills, and a strong understanding of legislation and policy adherence will be critical to success.

HR/OD experience from a local government or highly compliance oriented setting will be important, and relevant tertiary qualifications will be highly regarded but not essential.

Adelaide Plains Council provides excellent employee benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Please apply online via the Seek advertisement and quote reference APC020725 or before 12 midnight 16 July 2025.

Enquiries are most welcome and/or to obtain a Candidate Information Pack please phone, text or email Heather Oliver at LG Talent in confidence on 0404 801 969 or via [email protected]