HR Policy and Workplace Relations

Mandatory: Australian Citizenship required to work within Federal Government.

About the company:

This leading Federal government agency supports Australian’s in achieving their goals and helps them to live a better life. Their work has an impact on a significant area in the social sector, and you can contribute to the difference that they make in this role. This agency is known for having a great culture across different teams and have excellent office locations.  A great opportunity for a Senior HR Policy and Workplace Relations to join this busy team on a short-term assignment.

About the role:
 

• Researching, interpreting, and applying conditions contained in the Agency enterprise agreement, policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Supporting the implementation of business process improvement.
• Developing, reviewing and updating employment related policies, procedures and delegations.
• Provide clear and accurate advice, developing manager capability and organisational understanding of employee relations and performance policies, practices and procedures.
• Establishing networks and maintaining relationships, at all levels across the Agency and across the broader APS HR networks.
• Supporting, coordinating, and contributing to the effective design and delivery of HR projects.

You will have:
 

• Solid HR experience, especially when it comes to workplace conditions in an APS environment
• A good understanding of HR laws and regulations in the APS, including the Public Service Act and Enterprise Agreements
• The ability to write and develop HR policies and processes, even when working fairly independently
• Experience helping to put new or updated policies into practice
• Confidence working with different stakeholders and subject matter experts to review and refine content
• Experience reviewing existing policies to see what’s working and what could be improved
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to write clearly for different audiences — whether it’s an intranet article or a message for a specific team
• The ability to give clear, practical advice on workplace conditions and policy questions

Benefits:

• DEC start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
• 6 Months assignment with possibility to be extended
• Full time hours Monday to Friday
• Multiple locations available
• $60.26 hourly + Super

How to apply:

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.


Please note the successful candidate for the role must hold Australian Citizenship.

Please click ‘APPLY” to upload your details and resume to be considered for this role.

Applications close 15.00 PM AEST, 28th October 2025