Senior Human Resources Advisor

Join to apply for the Senior Human Resources Advisor role at Five Good Friends Five Good Friends is an approved aged care and NDIS service provider. We empower our Members (what others call clients) to live vibrantly in their own homes by building a dedicated care team around them and their families. We are a workplace where purpose meets impact. Every day, our work helps people live their best lives – and that vital mission starts with our people. As we continue to grow and support more Members across Australia, we are strengthening our People function. Our goal is to ensure every team member feels supported, developed, and set up for success. That's where this Senior HR Advisor role comes in. Base pay range A$100,000 / yr - A$120,000 / yr Core Responsibilities Provide high-quality coaching and advice to leaders across a broad range of HR matters Build strong, trust-based partnerships across the organisation Help shape culture and enable teams to perform at their best Support meaningful workforce programs that enhance engagement, wellbeing, and employee experience Navigate complex people matters with empathy, compliance, and confidence Providing expert and proactive HR advice across a wide range of people matters Supporting performance management, employee relations and conflict resolution Guiding managers through probation, performance and workforce planning processes Conducting investigations and escalating complex matters as required Supporting remuneration reviews, employee surveys and engagement initiatives Leading or contributing to HR and employee experience projects Preparing insights and reports to support workforce decisions Playing a key role in policy development, compliance and continuous improvement Mentoring junior team members and supporting team capability building Qualifications 5+ years in Human Resources, with strong advisory experience Tertiary qualifications in HR or a related discipline Solid knowledge of awards, the Fair Work Act, NES and employment legislation Demonstrated experience supporting performance and employee relations matters Strong written and verbal communication skills Digital‑savvy with experience using HRIS and modern HR tools Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across teams Sound judgement, strong analytical capability, and a solutions‑focused mindset Experience in the care, health, NDIS or regulated sectors (highly regarded) Ability to obtain and maintain relevant police checks You bring compassion, curiosity, and a commitment to fairness. You value confidentiality and trust, and you thrive in environments where you can make an impact, support people, and continuously improve how work gets done. Benefits Great pay that matches your skills and experience. Flexible working – based at our South Brisbane HQ, with the option to work from home a few days a week. $500 yearly wellness allowance to spend on anything that helps you feel good outside of work. Extra time off – after 2 years, you'll earn an extra day of annual leave each year. You can also buy more leave if you'd like. Free, confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program. Parental leave support – we top up wages for eligible caregivers, and primary caregivers get extra super during their first year of unpaid leave. Free Five Good Friends membership (worth over $7,000 / year) for a loved one receiving care. We're a genuinely great place to work – our employee engagement scores are 17% above the industry average. Okinawa trip – after 5 years with us, we'll send you to Japan to visit the community that inspired Five Good Friends. Flights, hotel, and transfers are all covered. How to Apply If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity. Please include your CV and a cover letter in your application, telling us a bit about yourself and your suitability for this role within our organisation. Please, no communication from external agencies or recruiters. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job Function Human Resources, Consulting, and Health Care Provider Hospitals and Health Care, Community Services, and Health and Human Services #J-18808-Ljbffr