HR Officer

Are you ready to step into a role where no two days are the same? Do you love solving puzzles, connecting with people, and being the go-to expert for all things HR? If you’re nodding yes, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

In this role, you’ll be the first point of contact for a variety of queries, from providing advice on policies through to recruitment. This isn’t just a job – it’s your chance truly shine; this role is perfect for someone who’s ready to take their HR career to the next level.

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The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 700 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work tirelessly to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.

As the HR Officer, you will work collaboratively with staff and managers across the department providing HR advice, support, solutions and services on a broad range of human resources activities. You will work as part of the HR Operations team.

Some of the key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and maintain positive and effective relationships with work colleagues, senior management, internal and external clients, valuing diversity and treating people with respect and dignity.
• Ensure human resource activities align with policy and guidelines, and support achievement of business objectives.
• Research innovative human resource practices, including performing research and analysis using human resource information and systems, identifying issues and trends and escalating for management team consideration.
• Contribute to and support the HR operations team processes, activities and deliverables.
• Support and facilitate workforce initiatives approved by the management team.
  
  
  

Whilst there are no mandatory requirements for this position, tertiary qualifications in HR would be desirable, as would experience in the human resources field.

To apply for this role, you will need to submit the following document/s.

• Your current resume detailing your previous work, voluntary or relevant experience including two referees who have personally observed you displaying the competencies required for this role.
• A brief letter (1-2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience complement this role. This should not be a restatement of your resume. It is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, how you meet the required competencies, key duties and responsibilities, and any specific role requirements including what skills you'll bring to the role.
  
  
  

Applicatons to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/665339/25

Closing Date: Wednesday, 29th October 2025

Occupational group HR & Industrial Relations