Senior Workplace Relations Specialist

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Unity Full time
Job Title: Senior Workplace Relations Consultant

At Australian Unity, we're seeking a highly skilled Senior Workplace Relations Consultant to join our team. As a senior consultant within the Workplace Relations team, you'll play a critical role in the effective case management of employee grievances/claims, workplace investigations, conduct and performance issues, and the management of ill and injured employees.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Guide and support managers in responding to employee matters, including grievances, claims, and workplace investigations.
  • Assume responsibility for complex/higher risk cases and provide advice to people leaders on interpretation of employment legislation, industrial instruments, employment contracts, and policy.
  • Represent Australian Unity in the Fair Work Commission in relation to unfair dismissal, general protections, and bullying matters.
  • Engage with union or legal representatives in a respectful and effective manner.
  • Provide accurate and appropriate advice to people leaders on key legislative obligations, modern awards, Australian Unity enterprise agreements, employment contracts, and policies.
Requirements:
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in human resources, industrial relations, law, or a similar field.
  • Significant experience in a workplace/employee relations role or a broader human resources role with a strong workplace relations component.
  • Strong experience dealing with employee relations case management.
  • Demonstrated ability to review, interpret, and apply industrial instruments.
  • Demonstrated experience responding to formal applications in the Fair Work Commission or other employment tribunals.
  • Solid understanding of employment regulation in Australia, including institutions and employment legislation.
What We Offer:

Australian Unity is a member-owned wellbeing company with a strong social purpose to create community value. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and offer a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're a motivated and experienced professional looking to make a bigger difference in the lives of our customers and employees, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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