Are you passionate about developing people, building strong learning programs and creating exceptional employee experiences? Ready to use your Learning & Development, HR or administration experience to help shape capability and compliance across one of Australia's most iconic island destinations?
Join the Hamilton Island Learning & Development team as a Learning & Development Advisor, where you'll play a key role in the strategic and day-to-day operations of Hamilton Island College. Working closely with the Learning & Development Director, you'll help deliver high-quality learning programs, oversee compliance initiatives, support apprenticeships and onboarding, and build effective partnerships with training providers.
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Shape future talent – play a key role in developing our frontline hospitality teams
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Make a real impact – your training directly influences the guest experience across the island
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Join a supportive team – work alongside passionate Learning & Development professionals
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Live in paradise – enjoy island living with everyday essentials including a grocery store, school, gym, medical centre, post office and even our own airport
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Enjoy incredible perks – subsidised staff accommodation, discounts on dining and island activities, ferry concessions and more
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Easy to get to – fly direct from major Australian cities
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Partner with the Learning & Development Director to develop and implement Hamilton Island College strategies aligned with business objectives
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Support the design and continuous improvement of training initiatives, compliance programs and partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs)
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Oversee the operational requirements of Hamilton Island College, including scheduling, facilities, resources, room bookings and training logistics
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Manage relationships with RTOs and other training providers, ensuring quality and compliance
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Coordinate apprenticeship programs, including enrolments, government agency liaison, wage subsidies and ongoing apprentice support
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Monitor employee licences, qualifications and training requirements, providing clear compliance reporting and proactively addressing gaps
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Oversee and deliver employee onboarding, creating a welcoming and seamless introduction to Hamilton Island
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Support, coach and develop Learning & Development Coordinators, helping foster a collaborative and high-performing team
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Facilitate stakeholder meetings and work across departments to improve processes and learning outcomes
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Provide regular insights and recommendations on program performance, team achievements and opportunities for improvement
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Support cross-functional projects and initiatives that contribute to Hamilton Island's broader organisational priorities
You're an organised, approachable and solutions-focused professional who enjoys helping people succeed and making things happen behind the scenes.
You bring experience in Human Resources, administration, onboarding or a related environment, along with strong communication and organisational skills. You're comfortable balancing competing priorities, building relationships with stakeholders and maintaining accurate records, while providing a warm and welcoming experience for employees.
Whether you're coordinating a training program, supporting a new employee through onboarding, working with an external training provider or helping the team address a compliance requirement, you bring attention to detail, adaptability and a genuine commitment to continuous improvement.
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Minimum 2 years' experience in a Human Resources, Administration or Onboarding-related role (Essential)
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Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint (Essential)
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Current Open QLD Driver Licence (Essential)
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Certificate IV or higher in Business, Human Resources or Training & Assessment (Desirable)
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Strong organisational and time management skills
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A customer service focus with a warm and welcoming approach
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High attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
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Ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality
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A solutions-focused and adaptable approach in a fast-paced environment
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Professional presentation and alignment with Hamilton Island standards and values
Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.
Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.
A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember. Apply now!
