Principal Employee Relations Consultant

Full time permanent opportunity
- Work throughout the lifecycle of major projects
- Provide training to supervisors & managers on ER/IR matters

**About CCIWA**
CCIWA is an independent, not-for-profit, Member-based organisation that has been committed to advancing trade and commerce in WA for more than 130 years. With circa 8,000 members from across all regions and industries, our vision is for WA to be the best place to live and do business.

We work tirelessly to champion for change and find new ways to impact business and the broader community positively. We are driven in our pursuit to deliver outstanding value for our members.

At CCIWA we choose to be the most contemporary reflection of the community we represent. We choose ideas. We choose action. And we choose great people who want purpose in their lives.

**About the Opportunity**
The Construction services team work to ensure compliance by providing advice on right of entry laws for union officials, industrial relations matters throughout the lifecycle of major projects, support in agreement making, as well as providing training to supervisors and managers on ER/IR matters.

As a Principal Employee Relations Consultant, you will work in a fast-paced and influential team of passionate professionals who help drive the success of large construction projects. As a seasoned ER/IR specialist, you will bring your expert knowledge and skills to support this function.

The responsibilities of the role include:

- Providing accurate and timely HR/IR advice and guidance to CCIWA members, contractors and clients.
- Providing accurate written and verbal advice to members on employee relations and human resources issues.
- Engaging with a range of stakeholders to promote new business opportunities for the Construction Services operations.
- Developing systems and procedures to deliver labour relations plans.
- Actively promoting CCIWA membership and any relevant CCIWA services/products to members.

This position is available on a full-time, permanent basis.

**About you**
Success in this role will come from your passion for industrial relations, well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Tertiary degree in a relevant field
- Minimum 10 years’ industrial relations experience in the construction, mining and resources industry.
- A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Capacity for advocacy before tribunals.
- Well developded understanding of industry and labour relations legislation and the political and social frameworks that create it.
- Ability to think and act strategically during sustained periods of pressure.
- The ability to build constructive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- National Police Clearance and Drivers Licence

**CCIWA Culture and Benefits**
At CCIWA**, **we will work with you to develop your career; ensure you feel supported and have the skills and capabilities you need to succeed at CCIWA and in your whole career.

We have a range of benefits to support our employees which includes:

- A variety of working and leave options, including a Flexible Working Policy, Paid Parental Leave and 3 day paid Rest and Relaxation leave between Christmas and New Year
- Ongoing Learning and Development opportunities
- Excellent building facilities, as well as Wellness Rooms for prayer and meditation in the office
- Access to free and confidential counselling for employees and their immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program
- Flu Vaccinations and health insurance discounts
- Salary Sacrificing - CCIWA is a rebatable employer
- Active Social Club and Charity Initiative

**Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion**
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land. We acknowledge the strength of their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

**How to apply**

**Salary**: $8,000.00 per month