The opportunity
Lead with purpose in a role that helps shape the future of HR at ReturnToWorkSA. As the Transition Advisor, with your HR and recruitment expertise you will play a key role in recruiting and onboarding talent for our evolving People, Capability and Culture (PC&C) function. This will be by extension contributing directly to better outcomes for South Australian workers and businesses.
Working within a collaborative and supportive People, Capability and Culture team, you will have the opportunity to design meaningful onboarding experiences, support a seamless recruitment journey, and enable the successful transition to a modern, agile HR service delivery model.
The position
You will be responsible for leading recruitment, HR onboarding and capability development for the new People, Capability and Culture team structure, including:
- Sourcing top talent for a range of specialist HR roles.
- Designing and delivering a high-quality onboarding experience that reflects our inclusive and values-led culture.
- Coaching and supporting new PC&C leaders and employees in good recruitment practice and candidate experience.
- Managing employment checks, pre-commencement admin, and onboarding logistics.
- Partnering with leaders to co-design onboarding and training plans for new hires.
- Maintaining strong talent pools and external recruitment stakeholder relationships.
- Ensuring smooth handover of activities to People Advisors, Business Partners and leaders as the new model embeds.
With the chance to influence direction while delivering real results, this is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on building connections and driving positive change.
This role will be a fixed-term contract for 6 months.
About you
You are a people-focused HR or recruitment professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments. With proven experience in end-to-end recruitment and onboarding, you bring strong attention to detail, clear communication skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional candidate experiences. You are confident in building relationships across all levels and your ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution makes you a trusted partner during times of change. Comfortable navigating HR systems and evolving processes, you bring a proactive mindset and a passion for supporting others through transition, growth and opportunity.
Special requirements/Conditions
Why join us?
Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:
- An extensive wellbeing program
- access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
- a free onsite gym and bike storage
- annual vaccinations, skin checks, seasonal fruit and corporate cup challenge
- discounted corporate private health insurance
- and a proactive EAP provider
- Flexible work options including part time and working from home
- Access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
- Modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD
Further information
Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.
Transition Advisor PD - 30 July 2025.docx
The total remuneration package for this position is starting from $101,481 per annum (exclusive of superannuation). The final offer will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills and experiences.
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume addressed to Vanessa Mitchell, Manager HR Business Partnering by 9:00am 08 August 2025. If you would like to discuss the position further, Vanessa can be contacted on 08 8233 2978.
Please note shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately so we strongly encourage all candidates to put forward your applications as soon as possible. The role may close early if a preferred candidate is identified.
Inclusion and acceptance
ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Still not sure?
We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes, we still want to hear from you.
