Workforce Capability Advisor

Are you ready to drive strategic workforce planning and design? Join us at the forefront of operational and strategic analysis, making a tangible impact in our dynamic Council.

About the role

As a Workforce Capability Advisor, you will be a pivotal force in providing operational and strategic analysis and guidance to shape best-practice workforce planning and design solutions across Mackay Regional Council. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. The position is permanent full-time, but for the right candidate, we are open to considering part-time / flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, technical input into the development and implementation of workforce design initiatives that influence workforce design, job evaluation and analysis, organisational structure, organisational change and strategic recruitment activities.
• Develop and implement workforce planning tools, templates and guides to embed operational and strategic workforce planning principles across Council.
• Conduct research, prepare data, trends, analysis, reports and presentations from various sources.
• Analyse industry workforce supply and demand data to develop evidence-based forecasts and contribute to the identification of targeted strategies to address workforce planning, workforce design and talent management solutions.

To be successful in this position, you will possess;

• Tertiary qualifications Human Resource Management, Organisational Development, Business Management (Bachelor preferred, other qualifications with relevant experience will be considered)
• Experience implementing operational and strategic human resource frameworks, initiatives and strategies in a diverse workforce.
• Previous experience providing specialist expertise and advice across all facets of the employee/workforce planning lifecycle.
• Well-developed workplacecoaching, interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly developed negotiation and consultation skills.
• Working knowledge of computerised human resources information systems

Candidates who possess previous experience working in a business partner and/or HR generalist capacity are strongly encouraged to apply.

For additional details, please refer to the attached position description document.

Our valued proposition to you:

• Base Salary $90,623.35 + applicable allowances
• Up to 18% Superannuation contribution (Conditions Apply)
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Highly capable, supportive and friendly team environment – greatteam culture.
• Opportunities for learning and career development
• Flexibility to offer great work-life balance with flexible workingarrangements with an RDO
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts and fitness passport
• Employee assistance support
• Active Social Clubs

If you are passionate about shaping the future of our workforce, fostering a culture of excellence, and making a real difference, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of an exciting journey. 

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity, the position may close earlier than expected. Submit your application today to avoid missing out on this fantastic career prospect.

Interested in joining the team?

Applicants are asked to submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter providing details of your relevant experience.

For a Position Description and information on how to apply please visit 

https://vacancies.mackay.qld.gov.au/MRC_ER/VacancyDetails.aspx?vdtnumber=6148

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.

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