People Advisor

Lead complex people matters with authority. Strengthen leadership capability. Elevate workforce performance.

Aruma supports more than 5,000 people with disability across Eastern Australia to live the life they choose. Our environment is operationally complex, highly regulated, and continually evolving — and the decisions we make directly influence how effectively our teams support people every day.

As we grow, we are seeking a high‑calibre People Advisor who brings analytical discipline, strong professional judgement, and the confidence to influence leaders toward clear, consistent, and standards‑aligned outcomes.

This role suits an HR professional who values structure, accuracy, and rigour — someone who can navigate complexity with composure, assess issues objectively, and contribute to improved organisational performance through strong people practice.

2 x Positions | Permanent Full Time | Hybrid | QLD, NSW, ACT or VIC

We welcome applications from people with disability, those with lived experience (including caring roles), and people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Lived experience is recognised as a valuable leadership perspective.

The Opportunity

As a People Advisor, you will be the primary HR expert for your portfolio, providing leaders with precise, evidence‑based guidance and ensuring people processes are applied consistently across the organisation.

You will:

• Navigate complex matters using structured frameworks and sound judgement
• Strengthen leadership capability through clear, outcome‑focused coaching
• Influence teams’ performance by improving decision‑making quality and consistency
• Apply technical HR expertise to ensure compliance and reduce organisational risk

This is meaningful HR work with tangible operational impact.

What You’ll Deliver

Expert Employee Relations Advice

• Provide authoritative, evidence‑driven advice that supports timely, defensible decisions
• Lead and support investigations and disciplinary processes with procedural integrity
• Ensure leaders meet obligations under legislation, awards, and organisational policy

Leadership Capability

• Coach leaders to manage performance, conduct, and accountability with clarity and consistency
• Build capability in applying people frameworks, reducing variability in decision‑making
• Provide structured guidance to promote high‑standards, outcome‑focused leadership

Workforce Data & Insights

• Analyse workforce metrics to identify trends, risks, and operational opportunities
• Convert data into clear, actionable insights that inform leadership decisions
• Maintain disciplined documentation and HR records to support compliance and operational integrity

Culture & Standards

• Uphold behavioural and performance expectations across your portfolio
• Support leaders to address issues early, directly, and constructively
• Contribute to a culture aligned with Aruma’s values and strategic direction

What You Bring

You are a credible HR professional who combines technical expertise with the ability to influence, challenge constructively, and maintain high standards.

You will bring:

• A degree in Human Resources or a related discipline
• 3–5 years’ experience in HR advisory or generalist roles
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, industrial instruments, and people frameworks
• Analytical capability and the ability to deliver sound, defensible recommendations
• Confidence working with HR systems and interpreting data for decision‑making
• Clear, structured communication (written and verbal)

Experience in disability, health, or human services environments is advantageous.

Why Join Aruma?

Aruma is a large, purpose‑driven organisation operating in a sector where accuracy, consistency, and leadership capability make a measurable difference.

Our values guide how we work:

Bold | Respectful | Accountable | Value Teamwork | Excellent

In this role, you will:

• Influence leadership capability across a large, distributed workforce
• Apply your HR expertise to complex, meaningful operational challenges
• Work within a People team that values rigour, clarity, and collaboration
• Strengthen a workforce that supports people to live the life they choose

Apply Now

If you want a role where strong HR expertise meets genuine purpose — where you can influence leaders, solve complex people issues, and make a meaningful difference — we’d love to hear from you.

Do work that has both rigour and heart.

Join us in building a workforce that helps people live a great life — the life they want, the life they choose.