Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all.

Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be dependent on our people. Join a team that’s shaping the future of workplace culture at EnergyAustralia. OurWorkplace Relations, People Risk & Complianceteam partners across the business to navigate complex employee and industrial relations matters, proactively manage people-related risks, and champion a culture of integrity and compliance. If you're passionate about making a real impact on how people experience work, this is your opportunity to help drive meaningful change in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation.

Senior Workplace Relations Advisor (12 Month FTC)

Are you an experiencedSenior Workplace Relations Advisor or employment & workplace relations lawyerwho wants to join a dynamic Workplace Relations team? In this role, you’ll become a trusted advisor across the business, providing expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, from performance and behaviour management to restructures, injuries, and disciplinary processes. You’ll also play a key role in supporting our industrial relations strategy, working closely with employee representatives, regulators, and tribunals on workplace change, dispute resolution, and enterprise bargaining.

This is a collaborative role where you’ll partner with our People Support Hub and P&C Business Partners to drive proactive, people-focused solutions. If you're passionate about fostering a fair, compliant, and high-performing workplace, we’d love to hear from you.

- Support and partner with leaders enterprise-wide in case-management of complex employee matters involving performance management, misconduct, health & wellbeing, grievances/disputes etc.
- Build leader capability and develop resource materials in these areas by providing coaching and expertise.
- Provide a support service to the P&C team on Employee Relations matters and collaborate with the People Support Hub and P&C Business Partners.
- Support and partner with leaders enterprise-wide with core IR activities such as enterprise agreement interpretation and application, employee/union consultation, enterprise agreement dispute management and related advice, engaging with contractors regarding workplace relations activities.
- Representing EnergyAustralia in matters with the Fair Work Commission such as unfair dismissal, general protections and/or anti-discrimination applications.
- Work with the People Support Hub and P&CBusiness Partners to implement proactive measures to address trends or systemic issues.
- Stay up to date with developments and compliance changes in workplace relations; help keep the P&C team and business leaders across these changes.

How can you support the Clean Energy Transition

If you believe you have the skills, drive, and mindset to succeed:

- Tertiary qualifications in law (preferred), HR or related field
- 5+ years ER/IR experience (particularly in a highly unionised environment) or 3+ years PQE in employment/workplace relations law, including experience in managing matters in the Fair Work Commission
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to balance operational and project-based work
- Ability to proactively identify and implement opportunities for workplace relations improvements across the organisation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to research complex issues
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, build good relationships and credibility with stakeholders in both corporate and operational environments
- Ability to engage constructively and effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders including employee representatives
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to guide, coach and influence leaders, escalating for support where appropriate
- Experience and interest in working on a range of workplace relations projects to build a strong risk and compliance culture in People & Culture

If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply’ button.

Why Us?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome. We offer;

- Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
- Energise Program - flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
- Excellent company culture, down-to-earth and friendly organisation - be authentic, bring your whole self to work
- 2 paid recharge days
- State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
- Onsite Tech Bar

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