Senior Human Resources Consultant (Diversity Lead)

Description

The Department of Housing and Works delivers and maintains essential social housing and critical infrastructure across Western Australia—including schools, hospitals and police facilities.

We manage tenancy services, support housing provision in remote Aboriginal communities, and oversee government employee accommodation.

The Senior Human Resources Consultant (Diversity Lead) supports the Manager Workforce Services in developing and implementing values-based Human Resources (HR) practices to deliver contemporary HR services to the business. The position takes a lead role in in driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the Workforce Services team by building and maintaining business partnerships (across the Department, the public sector, and with relevant service providers), working creatively within public sector frameworks to improve DEI outcomes at the Department of Housing and Works (DHW) that reinforce our values and culture, and leveraging opportunities to build the DEI capability of the Workforce Services team.

Requirements

Just as important, we want someone who is passionate about championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. You’ll be a natural advocate who can turn big ideas into measurable actions, building partnerships and driving initiatives that make a real difference. If you’re motivated by creating opportunities, breaking down barriers, and shaping a workplace where everyone feels valued, this is the role for you.

We’re looking for someone with broad HR expertise who thrives in a dynamic environment. You’ll have a strong foundation in employee relations case management, with the confidence to navigate complex situations while keeping people at the heart of every decision. Your ability to think strategically and deliver practical solutions will set you apart, as will your commitment to fostering a positive, values-driven workplace culture.

Benefits

Salary/Level: Level 6, $120,457 - $132,753 pa, PSCSAA 2024

• generous leave entitlements, which include 4 weeks annual leave, 3 public service holidays each year, accrued long service leave every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year. Access to cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• corporate discounts with selected health insurance providers and access to wellness programs.
• access to activity-based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup for ad hoc flexible work.
• Opportunity to support our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), Disability Access and Inclusion Plan, Indigenous Network, Gender Equity Champions Group, and Youth Working Group.
• 1x Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent position available
• professional development, training, and on-the-job learning to advance your career.
• flexible work options, including working from home up to 2 days per week.
• modern workspaces, where you choose your workspace that assists you to do your best work.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance