HR Advisor

About the company

Red Energy is a proudly Australian-owned energy provider serving more than 1 million customers nationwide. Backed by Snowy Hydro, the company has built a strong reputation for customer service and has received 16 straight Canstar Blue awards for overall customer satisfaction among Victorian electricity providers.

Role overview

This is a permanent, full-time HR advisory opportunity based in Richmond, Victoria. The position sits within the People and Performance team and is suited to an HR professional with 2 to 3 years of experience who wants to take on a hands-on operational advisory role in the utilities sector. The job is fast paced, highly stakeholder-focused, and centred on day-to-day people support and ER-related execution.

What you'll do

• Act as a first point of support for internal stakeholders on a wide range of people and employment matters.
• Guide managers through issues such as performance management, workplace conduct, extended absence, and health-related concerns.
• Help prepare pay and remuneration recommendations and contribute to remuneration and performance review cycles.
• Support workplace culture initiatives across diversity and inclusion, safety, employee engagement, and mental health.
• Use company policies and frameworks to balance commercial needs, business risk, agility, and legal compliance.

What we're looking for

We are looking for an HR generalist or ER professional with practical experience, strong judgement, and the confidence to work closely with leaders. Experience in contact centres or retail operations will be an advantage. A relevant degree or diploma, such as HR Management, is preferred. You should understand performance management systems, be able to spot risks quickly, and offer compliant solutions while building trusted relationships across the business.

Why join Red Energy

Red Energy offers a supportive environment with opportunities to grow and contribute meaningfully. The role includes a hybrid work arrangement with 2 days working from home, 30 weeks of paid parental leave, and the option to buy up to 4 additional weeks of annual leave each year. You may also receive a KPI-based bonus and recognition through the employee rewards program. Learning is supported through unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning. The office culture is vibrant and dog-friendly, and employees can also access discounts and benefits such as novated leasing, corporate private health insurance rates, and savings on tech, travel, and more.

Additional information

This is an operational advisory role that requires a high-energy, positive attitude and a willingness to get involved in all areas of HR operations. The position is based onsite in Richmond, Victoria, with a hybrid arrangement that includes 2 days of work from home.