We are unique

We are a regional business that thinks on a global level. We work with determined, passionate and curious people to empower communities to share and use energy for a better tomorrow. With a network that powers 95% of NSW and parts of Southern Queensland, we ensure homes, hospitals, schools, businesses, and services stay connected.

We are currently recruiting a Senior HR Advisor, to join our People and Safety division for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. This role can be based anywhere within Essential Energy’s operational footprint throughout NSW.  

About the role

Reporting to the HR Services Manager, you will work closely with key stakeholder groups and leaders across the business to support our organisational strategy.

The Senior HR Advisor – Position Description Writer and Evaluator will deliver a range of job analysis, position description writing and job evaluation services, advice and products to effectively support workforce design and change services and other business activities as required.

The role provides specialist advice and develops processes, tools and resources to ensure position description and job evaluation governance and quality standards are established and maintained.

This role involves collaborating with other departments, providing guidance, and staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Key responsibilities;

• Review and update position descriptions to support business requirements
• Develop comprehensive position descriptions that accurately describe roles requirements and responsibilities
• Evaluate position descriptions using a range of methodologies to ensure appropriate and consistent remuneration
• Design and implement a variety of tools and resources, including standard position descriptions and templates, to facilitate the efficient process of job design
• Provide specialist advice to managers and supervisors to help them create effective position descriptions for their teams
• Provide high level support to corporate program implementation on behalf of, or in consultation with the HR Business Partners to ensure consistency across the business and alignment to organisational requirements
• Analyse, identify and report on trends and improvement opportunities and provide advice, recommendations and strategies to manage and optimise the employee experience
• Manage escalated and complex queries from the HR Services Desk ensuring accurate and timely advice across the business
• Provide support in the development of HR Services objectives, policies and procedures and systems.

About You

• Professional experience in a generalist or specialised Human Resources role
• Experience in job analysis and job evaluation of Position Descriptions
• Experience dealing with and influencing senior internal stakeholders
• High level attention to detail with creative writing skills
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills to solve complex matters
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong relationship management and communication skills with the ability to liaise, negotiate, influence and work collaboratively with customer and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

Advanced Diploma in Management (Human Resources) or similar qualification and/or demonstrated capability through past employment experience and/or relevant qualifications.

Benefits

As an Essential Energy team member, you’ll enjoy such benefits as;

• 15.5% Superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
• Competitive remuneration
• Access the NIB corporate health plan
• Access to join the Fitness Passport Program
• Paid parental leave for eligible team members
• Further education and career development support

We offer fantastic local and regional career opportunities limited only by your own drive and determination.

Working for this large and diverse organisation, employees can take advantage of a range of learning and development opportunities, including leadership programs.

If successful in this role you will join a supportive and appreciative team in a role that offers breadth across essential Energy's entire corporate and network businesses.

At Essential Energy we are united in our purpose and live our values. We operate in an exciting and rapidly changing environment, thrive in a culture that’s all about team work and are here for our customers.

For further information please contact Carole Nash, HR Services Manager on 0402 300 334 or Amanda Hockley, Senior HR Advisor on 0412 425 492.

Applications close midnight Sunday 21st May 2023.

Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart.

Building a better energy future.

Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.