Senior HR Consultant

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up until 01 November 2027

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2

Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809 per annum + Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ663700

Location: Forensic and Analytical Science Service Lidcombe

Applications Close: 05 July 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Human Resources Consultant to provide expert advice, guidance and support across a large, diverse and dynamic organisation.

In this pivotal role, you will partner with leaders and stakeholders to deliver high-quality human resource, industrial relations and workforce solutions that enhance organisational performance and capability.

What you'll be doing

The Senior HR Consultant is responsible for a diverse range of Human Resource (HR) functions including providing general HR advice, coaching and consultancy services to support managers and staff. Work proactively with the Associate Director, Human Resources to drive the implementation of strategic, transformational and cultural workforce initiatives across NSW Health Pathology (NSWHP).

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)

Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent work experience in workforce management, employee relations, employment law, or other relevant field, in a large and diverse organisation.

Proven experience in providing practical HR advice and consultancy services, and appropriate application of relevant employment and industrial relations legislation, State Awards and policies.

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers through highly developed interpersonal skills, ability to influence and sound coaching skills.

Proven organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and respond to changing priorities and demands in a multidisciplinary work environment.

Proven effective written and verbal communication, with the ability to prepare complex written documents including briefs and reports.

Demonstrated high level analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to accurately identify HR issues and clearly outline business implications to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.

Demonstrated proficient computer literacy, Microsoft Office applications, payroll/HRIS systems including the ability to manipulate data into reports and spreadsheets and/or demonstrated capability to develop such knowledge.

Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website

You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

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3) For role related queries or questions contact Yasmin Fashik on yasmin.fashik@health.nsw.gov.au

To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!