Employee relations

Employee Relations (ER) Specialist - Projects & Proactive Compliance

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We are proud of our heritage. We have been powering better journeys for all Australians for over 100 years. As Australia's very own fuel brand we are committed to making those journeys easier by meeting Australia's needs at every step with the care and service we all deserve. And, as we grow, we continue to evolve, to ensure we have low carbon solutions that will meet the needs of our customers well into the future.

In this role, you will play a critical role in delivering ER initiatives, including change programs and compliance projects that respond to the evolving internal and external environment with respect to ER and IR. With a strong emphasis on ER project management and proactive compliance, the role supports the development of scalable solutions that build consistency in how ER risks are managed across the business. You will work with leaders and the People & Culture team across business areas to develop and deploy fit for purpose, future led ER practices.

• Own the proactive compliance plan for the Ampol Group while proactively contributing to build a culture of compliance within the ER team and with business leaders
• Lead or contribute to strategic ER projects that strengthen compliance, support transformation, and improve ER frameworks
• Support the development and implementation of ER tools, policies, and guidance materials that promote consistency in how ER risks are managed
• Monitor the external employment and regulatory landscape, identifying changes that may impact internal policies and recommending proactive responses
• Partner with business leaders and HR teams to identify compliance gaps, capability needs, or improvement opportunities, and deliver targeted solutions
• Analyse ER case data and themes to inform priority areas, and help guide the evolution of ER practice and education
• Play a lead role in policy governance cycles, supporting periodic reviews and alignment to legal and business requirements

You will be an individual with excellent communication, who thoroughly enjoys providing ER and IR advice and wants to grow their knowledge. You will be highly resilient, adaptable and future focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work across functions in a complex environment.

• Strong knowledge of Australian and New Zealand employment law, modern awards, and enterprise agreements, with the ability to translate these into practical and compliant ER solutions. Experience in leading ER compliance programs, with a focus on regulatory response initiatives
• Demonstrated capability in designing and delivering ER related projects with cross-functional stakeholder involvement, including uplift in documentation frameworks and capability toolkits to lift ER maturity across the Group
• Ability to apply judgement and assess ER risk to develop scalable solutions that promote consistency and alignment across business units
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across corporate and operational environments
• Confidence in drafting clear and fit-for-purpose documentation for ER change related programs, leader guidance material and communications
• Experience using data and case trends to inform priorities, shape compliance focus areas and track effectiveness
• Our total remuneration is competitive. This is across base salary, a performance incentive, employee share offers and a 25% discount on fuel for two privately used cars
• Access to Ampol's Benefits & Recognition platform: providing access to retail discounts and cashbacks at 500+ retailers in Australia
• We are flexible. Hybrid work options and office presence to connect where it adds value
• Remote Working: Support for up to 3 months remote international working (conditional to 5 days paid leave for every 30 days of remote work)
• We value recognition. Internal recognition platform to amplify achievements
• Career development and learning opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and other tailored training solutions
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 12 weeks paid parental leave, and up to a year off (unpaid). May apply for a further 12 months of unpaid parental leave (total up to 24 months for each birth)
• BabyCare Package - financial and flexible support for parents transitioning back to work
• Need some wheels? Novated Lease options are available
• Invest in your future with the Employee Share Scheme
• Leave Options – wellbeing leave and leave purchasing
• Care for your Community - spend one paid day a year volunteering with Ampol Foundation partners

We're an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diverse sexualities and genders. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

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