People & Culture Advisor

At GemLife, people are at the centre of everything we do. We're looking for an experienced and passionate People & Culture Advisor to join our team on a 12-month maternity leave contract based at our Helensvale Head Office with opportunity to extend for the right candidate.

Working closely with the General Manager People & Culture, you'll support a broad range of People and Culture activities across the employee lifecycle while helping to foster the positive, people-focused culture we're known for. If you enjoy variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love making a difference to the employee experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Provide practical, proactive People and Culture advice and support to leaders and employees across a diverse workforce.
• Manage employee relations matters, including performance management, grievances, workplace investigations, disciplinary processes and conflict resolution.
• Interpret and provide guidance on employment legislation, Modern Awards, policies and industrial relations requirements.
• Support managers in building high-performing teams and confidently managing people-related matters.
• Coordinate performance management processes, probation reviews and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support injury management, return-to-work processes and employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Assist as a member of the team with employee lifecycle activities
• Contribute to the delivery of People and Culture projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

We're looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in a generalist Human Resources or People & Culture Advisor role, with strong employee and industrial relations knowledge.
• Sound understanding of Australian employment legislation, Modern Awards and Human Resources best practices.
• Proven experience managing complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations and performance management processes.
• Experience supporting WorkCover claims, injury management and return-to-work processes would be highly regarded.
• Confidence in providing practical People and Culture advice and coaching leaders at all levels of the business.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across a diverse workforce.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism, empathy and discretion.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms, HR reporting and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working within the construction industry or a mixed blue and white-collar workforce preferred, but not essential.
• A positive, adaptable, hands-on attitude and a genuine passion for people and workplace culture.

What we offer:

• A 12-month full-time maternity leave contract with a supportive and collaborative People & Culture team.
• Be a crucial part of a team that values your feedback, contributions, and supports your growth and development.
• Competitive salary and flexible start/finish times.
• Join a certified Great Place to Work® organisation.
• Be part of a rapidly growing ASX-listed company with exciting projects and opportunities.
• Flare Retail discounts, subsidised Fitness Passport membership, and corporate uniform allowance.
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same!

About us

GemLife is one of Australia’s fastest-growing developers of luxury over-50s residential resorts. We're known for our architecturally designed resorts, premium facilities, and exceptional lifestyle experiences. As an ASX-listed company, we foster a positive and inclusive culture built on passion, integrity, and respect.

For more about what we do, please head to www.gemlife.com.au.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now with your CV and cover letter – we’d love to learn how you can help us create an exceptional workplace.

We only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Residents or candidates with full Australian work rights. We are unable to offer sponsorship.