Senior Workplace Relations Specialist

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Unity Full time
About the Role

Australian Unity is seeking a highly skilled Senior Workplace Relations Consultant to join our team. As a senior consultant, you will play a key role in managing employee grievances, conducting workplace investigations, and providing advice to people leaders on employment legislation and policies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Guide and support managers in responding to employee grievances and workplace investigations
  • Represent Australian Unity in the Fair Work Commission on unfair dismissal and general protections applications
  • Provide advice on employment legislation, industrial instruments, and policies
  • Conduct thorough and defensible workplace investigations
  • Engage with union or legal representatives in a respectful and effective manner
  • Provide accurate and appropriate advice to people leaders on key legislative obligations and modern awards
Requirements
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in human resources, industrial relations, law, or a related field
  • Significant experience in a workplace 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
What We Offer

Australian Unity is a member-owned wellbeing company with a strong social purpose. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please apply online or contact Rich Maher at rimaher@australianunity.com.au for more information.



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