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IR and Compliance Advisor

Contract Type:

Casual

Location:

Mackay, Queensland, Australia

Date Published:

30-Mar-2026

Salary:

AWX Executive is proud to partner with a state government department seeking an experienced Relations & Compliance Advisor to join its Corporate Services division. This role supports the People & Culture Program, providing specialist advice across industrial relations, legislation, compliance, and organisational policy.
  
THE ROLE
As the Relations & Compliance Advisor, you will provide expert advice on industrial instruments, employment legislation, organisational policy, and remuneration matters. You will work closely with leaders and employees, guiding them through complex issues, supporting organisational change, and strengthening compliance frameworks.
  
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide specialist IR and legislative advice across the organisation.
  • Interpret Awards, Certified Agreements and legislation to guide decision‑making.
  • Lead consultation with stakeholders and unions on IR matters.
  • Support organisational change processes and workforce communication.
  • Develop IR resources and deliver training and education programs.
  • Draft IR correspondence, submissions, contracts and supporting documents.
  • Conduct research, analyse data and prepare IR and remuneration reports.
  • Maintain confidentiality and effective management of sensitive records.
  
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
  • Qualifications in Law, HR, IR or related field (degree preferred).
  • Experience in industrial relations, investigations, analysis and advisory work.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated capability in interpreting legislation, awards and agreements.
  • High competency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
  • Ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain high confidentiality.
  
WHAT YOU BRING
  • Integrity, sound judgment and discretion.
  • Strong communication and professional relationship‑building abilities.
  • A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
  
This is a senior opportunity to influence culture, uplift capability and support a major government department in delivering compliant, contemporary and people‑centred IR practices.
  
APPLY NOW
If you are an experienced IR or People & Culture professional seeking your next executive opportunity, AWX Executive wants to hear from you.

Click here to apply now. Contact Malissa Catania at malissa.catania@awxexec.com.au at or 0461 469 906 to find out more. If this role isn't what you're after, check out AWX's other roles at awx.com.au.

AWX is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

A full list of all vacancies within AWX can be found on our website https://www.awx.com.au/
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