Workplace Relations Advocate

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeIndustrialRelations Full time $117,718 - $130,491
Job Title

An Industrial Relations Specialist is sought to advocate for and guide our front-line leadership team on managing employment-related issues.

This autonomous role requires the management of Alstom's employee relations issues and employee investigations. You will join a close-knit human resources team who foster a culture of collaboration and service excellence.

Responsibilities
  • Manage a caseload, providing ER advice, coaching and investigation support to line leaders.
  • Conduct end-to-end investigations into ER matters from grievances through to significant bullying, harassment, fraud or misconduct cases.
  • Prepare documents and responses for matters before the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals.
  • Represent Alstom at conciliations and dispute matters in the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals.
  • Manage complex matters involving ill and injured team members.
  • Support EA negotiations with employee and union bargaining representatives.
  • Provide leaders with training, recommendations, coaching and advice in relation to legislation, policies and procedures.
  • Monitor industry trends, legislative updates, and tribunal decisions to inform proactive, compliant, and effective workplace relations strategies.
Requirements
  • Experience within a human resources generalist, employee and industrial relations professional position across medium to large-size organisations.
  • Proven background in managing or supporting investigations into misconduct, grievances or protected disclosures.
  • Excellent coaching, negotiation and influencing skills, to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant ER/IR legislation within different jurisdictions and application in policy, including experience with the Fair Work Commission and other relevant bodies.
  • Strong communication skills and relationship-building skills are essential as is a commercial orientation.
  • Effective time management and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and time-sensitive cases.
  • Previous exposure with the successful implementation of replacement enterprise agreements across organisations.
Benefits
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible working options and additional leave days.
  • Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave and novated leasing schemes.
  • Comprehensive development programs and award-winning learning opportunities.
  • Stability, challenges, and a long-term career path with opportunities for growth across a global industry leader.
  • Comprehensive social coverage (life, salary continuance, medical).
About Us

We value diversity and inclusivity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

We offer flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.

We believe that embracing flexibility and inclusivity is the smarter way of working.

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