Location: Richmond or Geelong
Contract Type: Initial contract until 30 June 2026 with potential extension
Salary Range: $60.26 p/hr + super
Clearance: Must be an Australian Citizen

About the Role
A prominent Federal Government agency is seeking an experienced APS6 People Policy and Workplace Relations Officer to join a collaborative and fast-paced team driving enterprise-level HR initiatives and workplace reform.
Working under limited direction, this role will contribute to the development and implementation of people policies, support enterprise agreement interpretation, and provide high-quality advice across a range of employee relations matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and policy savvy HR professional who is passionate about improving workplace culture, supporting strategic change, and building capability within the public sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply employment legislation, policies, and enterprise agreement provisions
• Develop and review employment policies, procedures, and delegations
• Provide accurate and timely advice to managers and staff on HR and workplace relations matters
• Support the delivery of strategic HR initiatives and business process improvements
• Prepare high-quality written materials, including policy documents, briefs, and reports
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across internal and external networks
• Contribute to project coordination and implementation of HR programs
• Monitor emerging workplace relations issues and support risk management activities

Essential Skills and Experience

• Sound understanding of Australian employment law and APS employment frameworks
• Demonstrated experience in HR policy development and employee relations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret complex legislation and translate into practical guidance
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to influence at all levels
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems

To Apply Applicants must be Australian Citizens to be considered. Successful candidates will be required to complete a Federal Government Security Clearance process.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit an updated copy of your resume in MS Word format by hitting APPLY NOW, or call Katya Kurnoskina on (03) 8632 9964 for more information.

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