The Whitsunday Region needs no introduction. As one of the world's most idyllic and beautiful locations, it is a destination point for visitors from across the globe and is the jewel in Australia's tourist industry. Behind the stunning scenery and natural beauty are highly focused and collaborative Council teams dedicated to ensuring the delivery of Whitsunday essential services, amenities and infrastructure that support both a thriving tourist trade, and of course the Whitsunday communities themselves.Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead the provision of Council wide human resources and safety strategy, advice and services, partnering with the organisation to drive high performance and contribute to a responsive and contemporary workforce which enables Council to achieve its corporate objectives. The role will provide oversight of Human Resource Operations, including Payroll, Organisational Development and Learning, Workplace Relations, Employee performance and human resource advice and coaching, and Workplace Health and Safety, including Return to Work and Rehabilitation.With exceptional leadership experience in a similar environment, you will thrive in an environment where you will be required to review current Human Resources functions and effectively rebuild the department, implementing contemporary, best practice processes and procedures. As a leader, you lead by example, are visible and present, and can develop an environment of trust and collaboration between disparate teams. You are comfortable leading in an environment of organisational and cultural change while maintaining high-quality services to the organisation.Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business, Local Government or other qualifications relevant to the position are essential, as is demonstrable experience in a relevant area of Local Government or similar regulated environment. You have exceptional communication and engagement skills and a proven ability to develop the capacity of your staff through coaching and mentoring to being a high performing unit.This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your proven ability to lead and build a team to be proactive, creative and responsive to deliver quality services across the organisation. You understand and enjoy living and working in small but vibrant regional communities, offering a true work/life balance while using your professional experience in a meaningful way.#J-18808-Ljbffr