Employee Relations Consultant

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Unit: Employee Relations And Business Partners Division: People And Culture Department: People And Culture At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground.
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation.
Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE Employee Relations Consultant - People & CultureOngoing, Part-Time position0.8 EFT or 60.8 hours per fortnight As an Employee Relations Consultant, you will play a crucial role in providing specialist advice and support on a wide range of employment matters across Peter Mac.
A key function of the role is to support enterprise bargaining processes, implementation of new enterprise agreements and other entitlement related compliance activities.
The role also supports leaders in managing staffing and performance matters, managing complex employee relations matters, undertaking workplace investigations, advising leaders on best practice HR and organisation policy and procedures, and providing specialist IR advice on industrial instruments and employment legislation.
We hope you have prior experience in an ER/IR advisory role, with a proven ability to develop effective strategies, solutions and interventions to address the full range of employee relations matters.
Experience in the public health sector or a related industry would be advantageous.
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home payDiscounted health insurance and eye careA comprehensive health and wellbeing programPublic transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclistsOnsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spacesPathways for professional development and new career opportunitiesFive weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and purchased leave optionsFlexible, hybrid working practices Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.
Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Daniel TawadrosContact via Email and we can arrange a confidential discussion: Applications Close: 7 May 2025 _ Position Summary The Employee Relations Consultant is a subject matter expert, providing specialist advice and support on a wide range of employment matters across Peter Mac.
A key function of the role is to support enterprise bargaining processes, implementation of new enterprise agreements and other entitlement related compliance activities.
The role also supports leaders in managing staffing and performance matters, managing complex employee relations matters, undertaking workplace investigations, advising leaders on best practice HR and organisation policy and procedures, and providing specialist IR advice on industrial instruments and employment legislation.
Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers Classification or Salary Range Grade 5 Immunisation Category C Key Relationships Internal
• People & Culture Team
• Payroll and Finance Teams
• Peter Mac Executive, Directors, Heads of Department & Leaders
• Staff at all other levels External
• Victorian Hospitals Industry Association
• Unions and other employee associations
• External providers (consultants and law firms)
• Health Service Partners Education Bachelor of Human Resource Management Bachelor of Industrial Relations Skills
• Working knowledge of relevant employment legislation and a proven ability to interpret and apply industrial instruments, policies and procedures in a broad range of situations
• Prior experience in an ER/IR advisory role, with a proven ability to develop effective strategies, solutions and interventions to address the full range of employee relations matters
• Highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills and strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Strong client focus and able to develop effective relationships with clients
• Demonstrated negotiation and problem solving skills, including the ability to negotiate with staff at all levels and manage the resolution of disputes and grievances
• Sound judgement and maturity to handle sensitive matters competently
• Ability to contribute effectively as a participative and supportive team member Desirable Requirements
• Tertiary qualification in human resources and/or industrial relations will be highly regarded
• Experience in the public health sector or a related industry would be advantageous
• Experience in enterprise bargaining processes, including implementation
• Large/complex organisation experience
• Proficient in the use of Windows environment
• Professional HR membership: i.e.
AHRI
• Knowledgeable in Success Factors Systems Certifications, Licenses & Registrations Key Accountabilities Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance IndicatorsParticipating in sector reference groups, ensuring Peter Mac can influence the bargaining agendaAssisting with ballot processesSupporting the implementation of new agreement(s)2.
Compliance and improvement projects/activitiesProvide critical support to the Manager Employee Relations and other teams with respect to ensuring compliance with all industrial instruments and legislation and consistency across remuneration frameworks.This work includes:Identifying potential compliance issues across the organisation and opportunities for improvementReviewing current contractual templates and making recommendations for requisite changesEducating P&C and Payroll colleagues on entitlement related matters and ensuring that processes are robust to ensure accurate interpretation and processingConducting thorough research and investigations into alleged breaches of policy and/or employee entitlements, documenting findings and recommending appropriate responses to protect the organisationinterests and ensuring fair treatment of employees3.
Case ManagementProvide education, coaching and support to line managers and staff to address interpersonal conflict, grievances, complaints and allegations at the earliest possible stage.Provide advice support in relation to disciplinary and performance management processesProvide advice and support in relation to complaints, grievances and investigations including Investigating claims of discrimination, sexual harassment, workplace bullying and other mattersProvide advice and support collaboratively with line managers and the Health, Safety & Wellbeing team) where employees are unable to perform the inherent requirements of their job due to long-term injury/illness or fitness for duty issues,Conduct thorough research and investigations into alleged breaches of policy or employee entitlements, document findings and recommend appropriate responses to protect the organisation's interests and ensure fair treatment of employees.4.
Employee/Industrial Relations Advice & SupportProvide specialist advice regarding the interpretation and application of legislation, industrial instruments, contracts and Peter Mac policies and proceduresProvide advice to support the management of industrial disputes and participate in internal and external dispute resolution processes or proceedingsReview and update policies and procedures, as needed, ensuring consistency with changes to relevant legislationLiaise with external legal or workplace relations advisers as required5.
Training and Project SupportFacilitate management training and skills clinics on employee relations issues to support fair and consistent application of policies and procedures and build internal and line manager capability.Support with projects as required Key Accountabilities (Contd ) For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile.
Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MACPeter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging..
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