Strategic Employee Relations Manager

3 days ago

Fremantle, Western Australia beBeeManager Full time $140,000 - $155,000
Job Description

This role involves overseeing and managing industrial and employee relations matters, as well as partnering closely with senior leaders and divisional teams.

The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on workplace legislation, drive best-practice policy development, and help shape a consistent, compliant, and constructive employee and industrial relations culture.

Key responsibilities include overseeing industrial relations activities, including enterprise agreement negotiations, management of industrial action, and engagement with external stakeholders.

Additionally, the candidate will partner with operational leaders and technical specialists to provide guidance and support on strategic projects.

  • Lead the management and resolution of industrial disputes and related litigation, offering strategic advice throughout the process.
  • Provide expert employee relations advice on a range of complex matters, including policy development and reviews, organisational change, disciplinary processes, and workplace investigations.
  • Support compliance with enterprise agreements and payroll obligations, including the delivery of rectification programs where required.
  • Deliver training and capability-building initiatives for business leaders and people teams, with a focus on IR/ER knowledge, processes, and legislative responsibilities.
  • Manage right of entry matters in accordance with legal and procedural requirements.
  • Assist with the development and rollout of IR/ER frameworks and business practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A degree or qualification in HR, Industrial Relations, Employment Law, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong knowledge of Fair Work Act 2009 and related employment legislation.
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in complex, unionised workplaces, preferably with blue-collar workforces.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver clear, practical ER/IR advice.
  • Experience managing enterprise agreements, industrial action, and workplace change.
  • Experience representing organisations at the Fair Work Commission, including in dispute resolution, unfair dismissal defence, and general protections matters.
Benefits

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and contribute to shaping the future of trade and logistics. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills and expertise in a challenging and rewarding role.

Others

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this role.

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