Workplace Relations Specialist

23 hours ago


Burwood, Victoria, Australia DEAKIN UNIVERSITY Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Workplace Relations Specialist to join our team at Deakin University. As a Senior Consultant, you will play a critical role in managing complex employee relations issues and providing expert guidance on workplace matters.

About the Role

This is a full-time and continuing position, with a salary range of $132,790 - $140,744 per annum, plus 17% Superannuation (pro rata). Based at our Geelong, Waterfront Campus or Melbourne, Burwood Campus, you will have opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.

You will report to the Associate Director, Workplace Relations, and be responsible for driving workplace relations projects and initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and promoting a positive and equitable work environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert advice on workplace relations matters, including enterprise agreement interpretation and managing complex cases like industrial disputes.
  • Represent the University at Conciliation hearings, preparing materials and recommending approaches to support positive outcomes.
  • Advise stakeholders on workplace relations issues, offering practical, balanced guidance that considers organisational risk.
  • Contribute to enterprise bargaining efforts, preparing EA documentation for the Fair Work Commission and supporting good faith negotiations.
  • Lead or support investigations into misconduct, discrimination, harassment, and bullying, preparing reports with actionable recommendations.
Requirements
  • A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience in workplace relations and/or employment law.
  • Extensive knowledge of workplace/industrial relations legislation and practices and ideally, at least 3 years post admissions experience.
  • Proven experience in managing complex workplace relations issues and influencing key stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide training and coaching on workplace relations issues, including conflict resolution and grievance management.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to build and maintain productive relationships across all levels of the university and with external partners.
About Us

Deakin University is a leading public institution, transforming education for over 61,000 students across five campuses. We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.



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