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Principal Policy Advisor
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator —Brisbane QLD
- From $166,622 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
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Workplace Rights Advisor
Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) —Brisbane QLD
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- Part-time
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Junior Program Coordinator
ILSC Education Group —Brisbane QLD
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Working with children
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People & Culture Advisor (Shared Services)
Affinity Education Group —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Childcare
- Microsoft Excel
HR Advisor
MANAWISE Care Pty Ltd —Underwood QLD
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Business Administration
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People & Culture Senior Advisor
RDO Equipment —Richlands QLD
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
- In-person
Safety Advisor
Everhard Industries Pty Ltd —Geebung QLD
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
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Governance & Commercial Legal Advisor
AVK Australia Holding Pty Ltd —Rochedale QLD
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Communication skills
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3h
Community & Stakeholder Senior Advisor
Fulton Hogan —Fortitude Valley QLD
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
People & Culture Advisor
Followmont Transport —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Governance, Risk and Compliance Advisor - fixed term
Datacom —Brisbane QLD
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
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8d
Employment Relations Partner
Kanda —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Nursing
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Policy Advisor (Vehicle Standards)
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Construction
- Communication skills
14d
Lead People and Culture Business Partner
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Brisbane Limited —Murarrie QLD
- Up to $15,900 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance program
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12h
Technical Talent Acquisition Advisor
Reapit ANZ —Milton QLD
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
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Academic Support Officer
Griffith University —Nathan QLD
- $82,415 - $92,456 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Analysis skills
- University
- Parental leave
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14d
Global Head of People & Culture
Megaport —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Human resources
- Recruiting
- Wellness program
- Parental leave
2d
HR Advisor
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
- Full-time
8d
Advisor Injury Management
Queensland Government —Brisbane QLD
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Employee assistance program
13d

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Principal Policy Advisor

National Heavy Vehicle Regulator -
Brisbane QLD

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Job Details

Full-time
From $166,622 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Salary packaging
Insurance services

Qualifications

Microsoft Office

Full Job Description

The NHVR is seeking an experienced and innovative Principal Policy Reform Advisor to help drive strategic initiatives that improve safety, productivity and customer outcomes across the heavy vehicle industry.

This is not a traditional policy role. We're looking for someone who brings curiosity, strategic thinking and a fresh perspective to complex policy challenges. You will be comfortable challenging conventional approaches in a fast-paced environment and collaborating across diverse stakeholder groups to deliver meaningful change.

About the role

In this role, you will work closely with the Director and multi-disciplinary teams to drive the development of evidence-based policy frameworks that support a safer and future focused heavy vehicle regulatory system.

You will:

Contribute to the development of access & accreditation frameworks and help shape future‑state policy design.
Identify opportunities to improve regulatory outcomes.
Prepare high quality, plain‑English policy documents briefing notes and discussion papers.
Undertake research and analysis to evaluate policy positions and provide recommendations.
Advise executives and industry on emerging issues and reform opportunities.
Lead and facilitate workshops with jurisdictions, industry and other key stakeholders.

What you’ll bring

We’re seeking someone who is both strategic and hands‑on — a policy all‑rounder who enjoys diving into detail while keeping sight of the bigger picture.

We are looking for someone who has

5–10+ years in policy, regulation, government or reform.
Experience working in or alongside government and understanding how policy is shaped.
Strong ability to write clear, concise policy documents.
Curiosity, strategic thinking and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, shifting environment with multiple priorities.
Confidence engaging with senior leaders and diverse stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.

Why join us?

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistences across state and territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 1000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

We offer

A competitive salary package from $166,622 + superannuation
Up to 15.25% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme
Leave loading 17.5%
Modern office environment with attractive end of trip facilities
Options for monthly or fortnightly rostered day off
Additional paid leave over Christmas closure
Hybrid working environment – up to 2 days from home.
Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions
Salary packaging options including novated lease
Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan
Ongoing training and professional development support
Professional membership

Application Process

Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 5pm Friday 10 July 2026 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior).

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR Talent Acquisition Team on [email protected].

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.

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