Head of Workplace Relations

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $124,235 - $148,933
Key Leadership Position in Workplace Relations and Governance

About us

We're a Victorian government owned water corporation providing an essential service to some of the fastest-growing communities in Australia. Our vision is Thriving People and Country.

The Role

This leadership position in our team holds accountability for embedding the Workplace Relations and Governance operating model and providing Employee Relations and Industrial Relations services.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a high-performing team, including coaching and performance management
  • Develop and implement an effective Industrial Relations strategy
  • Prepare strategy for upcoming Enterprise Agreement negotiations
  • Manage relationships with representative unions and consultative committees
  • Oversee employee relations, workplace investigations, and generalist HR support
  • Lead remuneration strategy, processes, and reporting
  • Develop HR policies and ensure governance compliance
  • Build ER capability and align initiatives with organisational goals

Requirements

  • Strong experience in industrial/employee relations, including union management and EA negotiations
  • Skilled in complex case and performance management
  • Experience representing organisations at the Fair Work Commission
  • Effective senior stakeholder engagement, coaching, and consulting
  • Expertise in policy development and EA interpretation
  • Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of remuneration frameworks
  • Skilled in policy design and implementation

Benefits

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team and contribute to the success of our organisation. If you have the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.



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